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According to Werner's theory, the number of groups bonded to the central metal atom/ion in a coordination complex represent.
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The secondary valency of a central metal atom/ ion in a complex represents the number of neutral or negatively charged groups called ligands. The primary valency represents the oxidation state of the metal.
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