Chapter 23, Problem 87AE

(a)

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Interpretation: The synthesis of ${\left[\text{Fe}{\left(\text{CN}\right)}_{\text{4}}{\left(\text{CO}\right)}_{\text{2}}\right]}^{\text{2}-}$ by chemist SUNY-Stony Brook is synthesized, that can be a model of complexes that have played a role in the origin of life is given. Various question based on ${\left[\text{Fe}{\left(\text{CN}\right)}_{\text{4}}{\left(\text{CO}\right)}_{\text{2}}\right]}^{\text{2}-}$ has to be answered.

Concept introduction: Compounds that contain coordinated bond between metal atom and ligands are called coordination compound.

To determine: The structure of the given complex.

(b)

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To determine: The complete name of the given salt.

(c)

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To determine: The oxidation state of $\text{Fe}$ and the number of d electrons associated with the $\text{Fe}$ in the given complex.

(d)

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To determine: The spin of the given complex.