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Valence Bond Theory (VBT)Coordination Compounds

According to VBT, what is the hybridization of [Ni(CN)4]2[Ni(CN)_4]^{2-} ?

Expert Answer

dsp2dsp^2 (Square Planar). CNCN^- is a strong field ligand, causing pairing.

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