Choose the correct shape,weak or strong field,and number of unpaired electrons for [Ni(C₂O₄)₃]^4-. A)square planar,strong,4 B)octahedral,weak,2 C)square planar,weak,0 D)tetrahedral,weak,0 E)octahedral,weak,3

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The complex [Ni(C2O4)3]4- is octahedral with oxalate as a bidentate ligand, which is a weak field ligand, leading to 2 unpaired electrons in the d-orbitals of Ni(II).

Choose the Correct Shape,weak or Strong Field,and Number of Unpaired