A certain transition metal complex has the formula MX₄²⁺. If the metal ion has a d⁸ electron configuration, what is the shape of the complex? A)Octahedral B)Square pyramid C)Tetrahedral D)Trigonal pyramid E)Square planar

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The complex has the formula MX₄²⁺, which indicates that there are a total of 16 ligands present (14 B ligands, 1 S ligand, and 1 P ligand). The metal ion has a d⁸ electron configuration, which corresponds to 8 d electrons. For an octahedral complex (choice A), the metal ion would have 6 ligands and form an octahedral shape. However, with 16 ligands, it is more likely that the complex will be a high coordination number complex, which rules out choices C and D. A square pyramid (choice B) has a coordination number of 5, which would be unlikely with 16 ligands. A square planar (choice E) has a coordination number of 4 and can accommodate 16 ligands, making it the most likely shape for this complex.

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A Certain Transition Metal Complex Has the Formula MX₄²⁺