The structure of [ π π ( πΆ π ) 4 ] 2 β is ___.
The structure of [ π π ( πΆ π ) 4 ] 2 β is ___.
Explanation
In the complexΒ Β [Ni(CN)Β 4] ^2β, nickel is in the +2 oxidation state and is surrounded by four cyanide (CNβ») ligands.
According to Crystal Field Theory and based on the strong field nature of cyanide ligands, the complex adopts a square planar geometry.