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The effective atomic number of cobalt in [Co(NH3)6]3+ is _____________ - Chemistry

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The effective atomic number of cobalt in [Co(NH3)6]3+ is _____________

Options

  • 33

  • 34

  • 35

  • 36

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Solution

36

Explanation:

Oxidation state of Co is +3 and ligands donate 12 electrons.

Z = 27, X = 3, Y = 12

EAN of Co3+ = Z – X + Y

= 27 – 3 + 12

= 36

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