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What is the shape of $\mathrm{Fe}(\mathrm{CO})_5$
ChemistryCoordination CompoundsJEE Main
Options:
  • A Linear
  • B Tetrahedral
  • C Square planar
  • D Trigonal bipyramidal
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Trigonal bipyramidal
$\mathrm{Fe}(\mathrm{CO})_5$ has -hybridisation $d s p^3$ so it show trigonal bipyramidal geometry.

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