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What are the two main theories discussed in the paragraph to explain the nature of bonding in coordination compounds?
ChemistryCoordination CompoundsNEET
Options:
  • A Valence Bond Theory (VBT) and Ligand Field Theory (LFT)
  • B Crystal Field Theory (CFT) and Molecular Orbital Theory (MOT)
  • C Linus Pauling's Theory and Gilbert N. Lewis' Theory
  • D Ionic Bond Theory and Covalent Bond Theory
Solution:
2640 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: Crystal Field Theory (CFT) and Molecular Orbital Theory (MOT)
The paragraph mentions that many approaches have been put forth to explain the nature of bonding in coordination compounds, including Valence Bond Theory (VBT) and Crystal Field Theory (CFT), among others.

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