0 votes
23 views
ago in Coordination Chemistry by (2.7k points)
What is the coordination number of a compound with formula [Fe(H2O)6]3+ and what is the geometry of the complex?

1 Answer

0 votes
ago by (2.3k points)
The coordination number of a compound is the number of ligands  atoms, ions, or molecules  that are directly bonded to the central metal atom or ion. In the given compound, [Fe H2O 6]3+, the central metal atom is Fe  iron , and it is surrounded by six H2O  water  molecules acting as ligands.Therefore, the coordination number of the compound [Fe H2O 6]3+ is 6.The geometry of a complex with a coordination number of 6 is typically octahedral. In an octahedral geometry, the central metal atom/ion is surrounded by six ligands at equal distances, with 90-degree angles between them. So, the geometry of the complex [Fe H2O 6]3+ is octahedral.
Welcome to Sarvan Science Q&A, where you can ask questions and receive answers from other members of the community.
...