Question

How do we calculate the coordination number for K4[Fe(CN) 6]

Answer 1

Answer:

In K4[Fe(CN)6] , coordination number of Fe2+ is 6. The central metal atom or ion and the ligands of the complex compound are written within square bracket. This is called coordination sphere of coordination compounds.

Calculating the Coordination Number

1. Identify the central atom in the chemical formula. Usually, this is a transition metal.
2. Locate the atom, molecule, or ion nearest the central metal atom. ...
3. Add the number of atoms of the nearest atom/molecule/ions. ...
4. Find the total number of nearest atoms.