Chemistry
2026 · Paper 1
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Question 40
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Consider the figure given below, where M is a metal and L is a monodentate ligand. The σ-bonding ligand group orbital (LGO) having same symmetry with
orbital of M in the octahedral coordination geometry is 
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The correct electronic configuration of central metal ion in ferrocene with z-axis passing through the centre of two
rings and the metal ion isYour answerChoose one option.
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The pair of complex ions that exhibits the slowest outer-sphere electron-exchange reaction at 25 °C is
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