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In Wilkinson's catalyst, the hybridization of central metal ion and its shape are respectively:
ChemistryCoordination CompoundsJEE MainJEE Main 2018 (16 Apr Online)
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  • A sp3d, trigonal bipyramidal
  • B d2sp3, octahedral
  • C dsp2, square planar
  • D sp3, tetrahedral
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The correct answer is: dsp2, square planar

Wilkinson catalyst

[RhClPPh33]

Metal with 4d8 and 5d8 Configuration always forms  square planar complexes on account of higher CFSE irrespective of weak field or strong field. The magnetic property is diamagnetic.


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