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The hybridisation of central metal ion and shape of Wilkinson's catalyst is

A

`dsp^(2)`, square planar

B

`sp^(3)`, tetrahedral

C

`d^(2)sp^(3)`, octahedral

D

`dp^(3)d`, trigonal bipyramidal

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The correct Answer is:
A
`[RhCl(Pph)_(3)]` is called wilkinson catalyst. It is square planar and `dsp^(2)` hybrid.
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