MEDIUMMCQ SINGLEIChO (Chemistry Olympiad)Inorganic ChemistryCoordination compoundsIntroduction of Coordination Compounds

In the complex ion [Co(NH3)6]3+, the NH3 molecules are linked to the central metal ion by

A.ionic bonds

B.covalent bonds

C.coordinate bonds✓ Correct

D.hydrogen bonds

Explanation

The central metal ion in the complex makes a number of coordinate bond with ammonia to form a stable structure. Hence, the correct option is (c).

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