The correct order of ligands for writing the formula of complex compounds is _________.

neutral, anionic, cationic

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anionic, neutral, cationic

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anionic, cationic, neutral

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cationic, neutral, anionic

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Solution

The correct option is A neutral, anionic, cationic
The formula of a coordination complex is written in a different order than its name. The chemical symbol of the metal center is written first. The ligands are written next, with neutral ligands coming before anionic ligands. If there is more than one anion or neutral ligand, they are written in alphabetical order according to the first letter in their chemical formula.

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