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Coordination Compounds: Basic terminology MCQ

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Basic terminologyEasyQuestion 740001

Question

In [Cu(NH₃)₄]²⁺, the coordination number of Cu is:
  1. A
    4
    Correct
  2. B
    2
  3. C
    6
  4. D
    3

Correct answer

4

Explanation

The coordination number is the number of ligands directly bonded to the central metal ion. Here Cu²⁺ is bonded to 4 NH₃ molecules, so CN = 4.