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Valence bond theory

Question

The geometry and magnetic behaviour of the complex $[Ni (CO)_{4}]$ are

Moderate

A

square planar geometry and diamagnetic
B

tetrahedral geometry and diamagnetic
C

square planar geometry and paramagnetic
D

tetrahedral geometry and paramagnetic.

Solution

$Ni (28) : [Ar] 3 d^{8} 4 s^{2}$
$∵ CO is a strong field ligand, so, unpaired electrons get paired$

Thus, the complex is $s p^{3}$ hybridised with tetrahedral geometry and diamagnetic in nature.

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