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Chemistry Co-ordinatios Compounds NCERT Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 12, 2026

Which of the following statements regarding primary and secondary valences is correct?

A
Primary valences are ionisable while secondary valences are non ‐ ionisable.
B
Primary valences are non ‐ ionisable while secondary valences are ionisable.
C
Both primary and secondary valences are non ‐ ionisable.
D
Both primary and secondary valences are ionisable.

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The primary valences are normally ionisable and are satisfied by negative ions while secondary valences are non ‐ ionisable. These are satisfied by neutral molecules or negative ions. The secondary valence is equal to the coordination number and is fixed a metal.

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