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What is the hybridization of Ni in each of the following compound 1) [Ni(NH3)6] 2+ 2) [Ni(CN)6] 4+ Please explain.

What is the hybridization of Ni in each of the following compound
1) [Ni(NH3)6] 2+
2) [Ni(CN)6] 4+
Please explain.

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Arun
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5 years ago
In [Ni(NH3)6]2+, Ni is in +2 state and has configuration 3d8. In presence of NH3, the 3d electrons do not pair up. The hybridization is sp3d2 forming an outer orbital complex.

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