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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Inorganic: Coordination Compounds

Question:

What is the coordination number of given metal atom/ion in the given complex?

[Ni(NH3)6]Cl2

Options:

2

4

6

8

Correct Answer:

6

Explanation:

Total no of ligands which are directly bonded to metal atom or ion present with in coordination sphere is called coordination number.

In [Ni(NH3)6]Cl2

Coordination number = 6, as six NH3 molecules directly attached to Ni atom.