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Assign the hybridization, shape and magnetic moment of K2[Cu(CN)4]

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a

dsp2, square planer, 1.73 B.M.
 

b

sp3, tetrahedral, 1.73 B.M.
 

c

 sp3, tetrahedral, 2.44 B.M.

d

dsp2, square planar, 2.44 B.M.

answer is B.

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The magnetic moment of K2[Cu(CN)4] is 4.9 BM in each instance. Each of them possesses four unpaired electrons, as evidenced by this. Additionally, the oxidation state of cobalt in the given combination is +3. It therefore has a 3d6 arrangement.

Hence, the correct option is option (B) dsp2, square planer, 1.73 B.M.

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Assign the hybridization, shape and magnetic moment of K2[Cu(CN)4]