Question:

The primary and secondary valencies of cobalt respectively in \([ Co(NH_3)_5Cl]Cl_2\) are :

Updated On: Nov 15, 2024
  • 3 and 5
  • 2 and 6
  • 2 and 8
  • 3 and 6
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation


Oxidation number of is .
So primary valency is .
It is an octahedral complex so secondary valency
or Co-ordination number .
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Concepts Used:

Coordination Compounds

A coordination compound holds a central metal atom or ion surrounded by various oppositely charged ions or neutral molecules. These molecules or ions are re-bonded to the metal atom or ion by a coordinate bond.

Coordination entity:

A coordination entity composes of a central metal atom or ion bonded to a fixed number of ions or molecules.

Ligands:

A molecule, ion, or group which is bonded to the metal atom or ion in a complex or coordination compound by a coordinate bond is commonly called a ligand. It may be either neutral, positively, or negatively charged.