Coordination Compounds 2 Question 58

True/False

60. Both potassium ferrocyanide and potassium ferricyanide are diamagnetic.

(1989, 1M)

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 60. False

Solution:

  1. False : Cyanide $\left(CN^{-}\right)$is a strong ligand, brings about pairing of $3 d$ electrons.

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