Question

Discuss the structure of [NiCl 1?- with the help of Valence Bond
Theory (VBT).​

Answer 1

Answer:

The central metal ion present in this complex is Ni

2+

. Atomic number of Nickel is 28. Electronic configuration is Ni is [Ar]3d

8

4S

2

. Electronic configuration is Ni

+2

is [Ar]3d

8

4S

0

. Nickel is sp

3

hybridised which results in tetrahedral geometry. Two unpaired electrons are present. Hence, the complex ion is paramagnetic.