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The bond length in CO is 1.128. What will be the bond length of CO in Fe(CO)5 ?

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a

1.72

b

1.118

c

1.158

d

1.128

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

There is a synergistic link between Fe and CO in the compound Fe(CO)5. The bond order of CO decreases as a result of metal and CO forming synergistic bonds. Bond length grows as bond order gets smaller. Option 1.158  is the only one with a longer bond length than 1.128  in this case. As a result, choice A is the right response.
Hence correct option A

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The bond length in CO is 1.128Å. What will be the bond length of CO in Fe(CO)5 ?