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What is the primary valency of [Cr(en)3]Cl3

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3
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1
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Solution

The correct option is A 3
Metals in coordination compounds show two types of valencies/linkages. primary and secondary.
The primary valencies are​ normally ionisable and are​ satisfied by negative ions.​ Thus the given comound has primary valency of 3.

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