Q5 / 89 · KVPY 2017 (5 Nov SB/SX) · Chemistry

The geometry and magnetic property of $\left[\mathrm{NiCl}_{4}\right]^{2-}$, respectively, are

Correct answer
A
tetrahedral, paramagnetic
B
tetrahedral, diamagnetic
C
square planar, paramagnetic
D
square planar, diamagnetic

Solution

$\left[\mathrm{NiCl}_{4}\right]^{2} \quad \mathrm{sp}^{3}$ hybrid, Tetrahedral

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

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