For the Coordination Compound K₃[Fe(CN)₆], Identify, in Order, the Charge

question 74

Multiple Choice

For the coordination compound K₃[Fe(CN) ₆], identify, in order, the charge on the complex ion, the oxidation state of the metal, and the coordination number of the metal. If none of A-D is correct, respond E.

• A) 3+,3-, 6+
• B) 0, 0, 6+
• C) 3-, 3+, 3+
• D) 3-, 3+, 6+
• E) None of these choices is correct.

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