According to Valence Bond Theory, in the Square Planar Ni(CN)₄^2-

question 9

Multiple Choice

According to Valence Bond theory, in the square planar Ni(CN) ₄^2- complex ion, the orbital hybridization pattern is

• A)sp³.
• B)dsp².
• C)d²sp.
• D)d²sp³.
• E) None of these choices are correct.

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