The metal carbonyl possesses an EAN of 37. To achieve kinetic stability by satisfying the EAN rule, this 17-electron species will most likely act as:

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The metal carbonyl $[Mn(CO)_6]$ possesses an EAN of 37. To achieve kinetic stability by satisfying the EAN rule, this 17-electron species will most likely act as:

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: B. With an EAN of 37 (one electron more than Krypton), the complex tends to lose an electron to reach the stable 36 configuration. By spontaneously losing an electron, it acts as a reducing agent.

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