Chemistry · Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
हिन्दीWhat is the oxidation state and covalency of aluminium in \( [\text{AlCl}(\text{H}_2\text{O})_5]^{2+} \)?
Correct answer · Option 1
Oxidation state = +3, Covalency = 6
Explanation
The oxidation state of Al is calculated as +3 and it is bonded to 6 ligands (1 Cl and 5 H2O molecules), hence its covalency is 6.