Coordination no. of K is
A. 2
B. 6
C. 4
D. 12
Answer: Option D
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Coordination number is also known as ligancy, of a central atom in a molecule or crystal refers to the total number of atoms, ions or molecules bonded to the atom.The ion/molecule/atom surrounding the central ion/molecule/atom is called a ligand. For molecules and polyatomic ions, the coordination number is determined by simply counting the other atoms to which it is bonded.
The coordination no. of potassium is 12.
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