Q.

Which of the following has a lower stretching frequency for  C-O a bond?

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a

Mn(CO)64

b

Both have an equal stretching frequency

c

V(CO)6

d

None of these

answer is B.

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Detailed Solution

Mn(CO)6+ has lower stretching frequency for  C-O bond. 

The metal has a positive charge, which favors the process of back donating.

The electrons from the metal fill the π− antibonding orbital of CO, they weaken the carbon-oxygen bond.

Hence, option A is correct.

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