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The magnetic moment (spin only) of [NiCl4]2– is :
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In the paramagnetic and tetrahedral complex [NiCl4]2–, the nickel is in +2 oxidation state and the ion has the electronic configuration 3d8. The hybridisation scheme is as shown in figure.
Ni2+, [Ar]3d8
[NICL4]2–
SP3 HYBRID ORBITALS
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= 2.82 BM
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