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Among the properties (A) reducing (B) oxidizing (C) complexing, the set of properties shown by $\mathrm{CN}$ - ion towards metal species is [2004] (a) A, B (b) $\mathrm{B}, \mathrm{C}$ (c) $\mathrm{C}, \mathrm{A}$ (d) $\mathrm{A}, \mathrm{B}, \mathrm{C}$

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   Among the properties (A) reducing (B) oxidizing (C) complexing, the set of properties shown by $\mathrm{CN}$ - ion towards metal species is [2004]
(a) A, B
(b) $\mathrm{B}, \mathrm{C}$
(c) $\mathrm{C}, \mathrm{A}$
(d) $\mathrm{A}, \mathrm{B}, \mathrm{C}$

A Complete Resource Book in Chemistry for JEE Main

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Chapter 18, Problem 171

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Step 1: The cyanide ion, $\mathrm{CN}^-$, has the structure $\mathrm{C} \equiv \mathrm{N}$, where the carbon atom has a lone pair of electrons and a negative charge. Show more…

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Among the properties (A) reducing (B) oxidizing (C) complexing, the set of properties shown by $\mathrm{CN}$ - ion towards metal species is [2004] (a) A, B (b) $\mathrm{B}, \mathrm{C}$ (c) $\mathrm{C}, \mathrm{A}$ (d) $\mathrm{A}, \mathrm{B}, \mathrm{C}$

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Key Concepts

Complexation

This concept pertains to the formation of coordination compounds, where a ligand donates an electron pair to a metal ion to form a coordinate covalent bond. A key aspect of coordination chemistry, complexation explains how certain ions or molecules can form stable complexes with metals, affecting their chemical reactivity, structure, and properties.

Redox Properties

In coordination chemistry, redox properties refer to the ability of ligands or metal centers to participate in oxidation–reduction reactions. A ligand that exhibits reducing behavior donates electrons to the metal or another species, becoming oxidized in the process. Understanding the redox characteristics of ligands is essential for predicting reaction outcomes and the stability of metal complexes.

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