Chemical Bonding And Molecular Structure Question 407

Question: In the cyanide ion, the formal negative charge is on

[AMU 1984]

Options:

A) C

B) N

C) Both C and N

D) Resonate between C and N

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

In $ C{N^{-}} $ ion formal negative charge is on nitrogen atom due to lone pair of electrons.



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