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Consider the following two complex ions : `[CoF_(6)]^(3-)` and `[Co(C_(2)O_(4))_(3)]^(3-)`. Which of the following statement(s) is/are false ?
I. Both are octahedral
II. `[Co(C_(2)O_(4))_(3)]^(3-)` is diamagnetic while `[CoF_(6)]^(3-)` is paramagnetic .
III. Both are outer orbital complexes .
IV. In both the complexes the central metal is in the same oxidation state .

A

(B) and (C)

B

(B), (C) and (D)

C

(C) only

D

(C) and (D)

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The correct Answer is:
C

Properties of ionic solid
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