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The geometry and magnetic behavior of the complex are
Square planar geometry and paramagnetic
Tetrahedral geometry and diamagnetic
Square planar geometry and diamagnetic
Tetrahedral geometry and paramagnetic
To solve this problem, we need to determine the geometry and magnetic behavior of the complex Let's analyze the complex:⢠The central metal atom is nickel (Ni), and it is in the zero oxidation state in ⢠Carbon monoxide (CO) is a neutral ligand and a strong field ligand.⢠The electronic configuration of Ni in the zero oxidation state is ⢠In the presence of strong field ligands like CO, the 3d orbitals are fully filled, and the 4s and 4p orbitals are used for hybridization.⢠The hybridization of Ni in is which leads to a tetrahedral geometry.⢠Since all the 3d orbitals are fully filled, there are no unpaired electrons.⢠Therefore, the complex is diamagnetic.Analyzing the options:⢠Option 1: Square planar geometry and paramagnetic - Incorrect.⢠Option 2: Tetrahedral geometry and diamagnetic - Correct.⢠Option 3: Square planar geometry and diamagnetic - Incorrect.⢠Option 4: Tetrahedral geometry and paramagnetic - Incorrect.Therefore, the correct option is Option 2.
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