Q53 / 120 · NEET 2012 (Mains) · Chemistry

Red precipitate is obtained when ethanol solution of dimethylglyoxime is added to ammoniacal $\mathrm{Ni}(\mathrm{II})$. Which of the following statements is not true?

  • A
    Red complex has a square planar geometry
  • B
    Complex has symmetrical $\mathrm{H}$-bonding
  • Correct answer
    C
    Red complex has a tetrahedral geometry
  • D
    Dimethylglyoxime functions as bindentate ligand Figure

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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