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The P-Block Elements

Question
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Which one of the following elements is unable to form MF6-3 ion?

  • Ga

  • Al

  • In

  • B

Solution

D.

B

The element M in the complex-ion MF6-3 has a coordination number of six.

B has only s  and p-orbitals and no d – orbitals available, therefore, at the maximum it can show a coordination number of 4. Thus, B cannot form the complex of the type MF6-3