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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 geometriesB. Both complexes have tetrahedral geometriesC. `[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 .

Answer» Correct Answer - D


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