NCERT · Class 12 · Chemistry · Coordination CompoundsWhat is the hybridization and magnetic nature of Ni(CN)42-?
In [Ni(CN)4]2-, the oxidation state of Nickel is +2 (Ni2+, configuration 3d8). Cyanide (CN-) is a strong field ligand, which causes pairing of the 3d electrons. This leaves an empty d orbital, resulting in dsp2 hybridization for square planar geometry. Since all electrons are paired, it is diamagnetic.
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