JEE Main levelSingle correct optionDifficulty 2 of 3cc183
Assuming square planar geometry for [PtClX4]X2−, which ion has the same hybridisation of the central metal as [PtClX4]X2−?
A[NiClX4]X2− (tetrahedral)
B[Ni(CN)X4]X2− (square planar)
C[Zn(NHX3)X4]X2+ (tetrahedral)
D[CoClX4]X2− (tetrahedral)
Answer: B
PtX2+ is 5d8 and gives a square planar dsp2 complex. [Ni(CN)X4]X2− is also square planar dsp2. [NiClX4]X2−, [CoClX4]X2− and [Zn(NHX3)X4]X2+ are tetrahedral sp3.