MHT CET202618 April 2026Evening ShiftChemistryCoordination CompoundsActual
What is EAN for metal ion in [ Fe(CN) ₆]³⁻ ?
Options
- A37
- B36
- C35
- D34
Correct answer
C. 35
Step-by-step solution
The atomic number of iron (Fe) is 26 . Let the oxidation state of Fe in [ Fe(CN) ₆]³⁻ be x . x + 6(-1) = -3 x = +3 The formula for Effective Atomic Number (EAN) is: EAN = Z - Oxidation state + 2 ( Coordination number ) EAN = 26 - 3 + 2 6 EAN = 23 + 12 = 35 Answer: 35