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In which of the following coordination entities the magnitude of Δ0 (CFSE in the octahedral field) will be maximum? (Atomic number of Co=27)

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[Co(CN)6]3
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[Co(C2O4)3]3
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[Co(H2O)6]3+
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[Co(NH3)6]3+
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Solution

The correct option is C [Co(CN)6]3
Since CFSE depends on strength of the ligand which depends on the electronegativity of the donor atom, therefore the strength of the ligand is in order of CN- >NH3>C2O42->H2O. [Lesser electronegativity means easy electron-donating capacity and hence stronger ligand].


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