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The complex []Ni(CN)(4)]^(2-) is diamagn...

The complex `[]Ni(CN)_(4)]^(2-)` is diamagnetic and the complex `[NiCl_(4)]^(2-)` is paramagnetic . What can you conclude about their molecular geometries ?

A

Both complexes have square planar geometries

B

Both complexes have tetrahedral geometries

C

`[NiCl_(4)]^(2-)` has a square planar geometry while `[Ni(CN)_(4)]^(2-)` has a tetrahedral geometry .

D

`[NiCl_(4)]^(2-)` has a tetrahedral geometry while `[Ni(CN)_(4)]^(2-)` has a square planar geometry .

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