Question

Explain the hybridization and magnetic

properties of [Ni(CN)4]

2– and [NiCl4]

2–

complexes​

Answer 1

Answer:

) Ni(CO)4 is diamagnetic; [Ni(CN)4]2- and NiCl42- are paramagnetic. * The valence shell electronic configuration of ground state Ni atom is 3d8 4s2. ... The empty 4s and three 4p orbitals undergo sp3 hybridization and form bonds with CO ligands to give Ni(CO)4.