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Question
For the complex ion [Co(NH3)6]3+, state the oxidation state of central metal atom and the coordination number of the complex ion.
Short/Brief Note
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Solution
[Co(NH3)6]3+
Let oxidation state of Co = x
NH3 = 0
x + 6(0) = + 3
x = + 3
Oxidation state of Co = + 3
6 NH3 ligands are attached to central metal Co
∴ Coordination number = 6
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