On adding KNO2 and CH3COOH solution to the neutral solution of CoCl2, there is formation of yellowish orange precipitate of :
A
K3[Co(NO2)6]
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K4[Co(NO2)6]
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C
K3[Co(NO2)4(CH3COO)2]
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D
K2[Co(NO2)4]
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Solution
The correct option is AK3[Co(NO2)6] On adding KNO2 and CH3COOH solution to the neutral solution of CoCl2, there is formation of yellowish orange precipitate of K3[Co(NO2)6]. 6KNO2+CH3COOH+CoCl3→K3[Co(NO2)6]+2KCl+CH3COOK+0.5H2