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.