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In the coordination compound, K_{4}[Ni(CN)_{4}]oxidation state of nickel is

  • Option 1)

    -1

  • Option 2)

    0

  • Option 3)

    +1

  • Option 4)

    +2

 

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Oxidation number of central metal atom -

The charge the central atom would carry if all the ligands are removed along with the electron pairs that are shared with the central atom.

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 +1*4+x-1*4=0

4+x-4=0\Rightarrow x=0for Ni


Option 1)

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Option 2)

0

Option 3)

+1

Option 4)

+2

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