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Chapter 23: Q49 P (page 1059)

What geometries are associated with the coordination numbers 2, 4, and 6?

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The geometries are given below

Coordination Number Geometry

2 Linear

4 Square planar or tetrahedral

6 Octahedral

Step by step solution

01

Definition of Coordination Compound

A coordination complex consists of a central atom or ion, which is sometimes metallic and is termed the coordination centre, and a surrounding array of bound molecules or ions, that are successively referred to as ligands or complexing agents.

02

Solve the given statements

Coordination number refers to the number of atoms or donor atoms (groups) attached to the central atom. Certain coordination numbers have molecular geometrics associated with them depending on the number of ligands involved.

Coordination Number Geometry

2 Linear

4 Square planar or tetrahedral

6 Octahedral

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