NEET 2026 ALL Q #1967
KNOWLEDGE BASED
APPLY
4 Marks 2026 NTA-RE-NEET-2026 MCQ SINGLE
A 1:3 electrolyte in an aqueous solution is
(A) $[Co(NH_{3})_{3}(NO_{2})_{3}]$
(B) $[CoCl_{2}(NH_{3})_{4}]Cl$
(C) $[CoCl(NH_{3})_{5}]Cl_{2}$
(D) $[Co(NH_{3})_{6}]Cl_{3}$
Correct Answer: D

AI Tutor Explanation

Powered by Gemini

Detailed Solution

Step 1: Understanding Electrolyte Classification

A 1:3 electrolyte is a compound that dissociates in an aqueous solution to produce one cation and three anions (or vice versa), resulting in a total of four ions. The general formula for such an electrolyte is $[M]X_{3}$.

Step 2: Analyzing the Options

We examine the dissociation of each coordination complex:

(A) $[Co(NH_{3})_{3}(NO_{2})_{3}]$: This is a non-electrolyte as it does not ionize in water.

(B) $[CoCl_{2}(NH_{3})_{4}]Cl$: Dissociates as $[CoCl_{2}(NH_{3})_{4}]^{+} + Cl^{-}$. This is a 1:1 electrolyte.

(C) $[CoCl(NH_{3})_{5}]Cl_{2}$: Dissociates as $[CoCl(NH_{3})_{5}]^{2+} + 2Cl^{-}$. This is a 1:2 electrolyte.

(D) $[Co(NH_{3})_{6}]Cl_{3}$: Dissociates as $[Co(NH_{3})_{6}]^{3+} + 3Cl^{-}$. This produces one complex cation and three chloride anions.

Step 3: Conclusion

Since option (D) yields four ions in total (one complex ion and three chloride ions), it represents a 1:3 electrolyte.

Final Answer: [Co(NH_{3})_{6}]Cl_{3}

AI generated content. Review strictly for academic accuracy.

Pedagogical Audit
Bloom's Analysis: This is an APPLY question because the student must apply the principles of coordination chemistry and ionization to determine the ionic ratio of complex salts.
Knowledge Dimension: CONCEPTUAL
Justification: The question tests the understanding of Werner's theory and the distinction between ionization sphere and coordination sphere.
Syllabus Audit: In the context of NEET, this is classified as KNOWLEDGE. This is a standard topic in the Coordination Compounds chapter, frequently appearing in competitive exams to test the ability to identify ionizable groups.

More from this Chapter

MCQ_SINGLE
Which of the following statements about the reabsorption process in Henle's loop are correct? (a) The descending limb of Henle's loop is permeable to water but almost impermeable to electrolytes. (b) Urine gets concentrated in Henle's loop. (c) Reabsorption of $Na^{+}$ and water takes place in Henle's loop. (d) Active or passive transport of electrolytes occurs in the ascending limb of Henle's loop. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
MCQ_SINGLE
Assertion A: For an ideal solution formed by mixing liquids P and Q, $\Delta_{mix}H=0$ and $\Delta_{mix}V=0$. Reason R: No interactions occur between P and Q. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
MCQ_SINGLE
Given below are two statements: Statement I: Ovulation is caused by LH surge leading to rupture of Graafian follicles. Statement II: Graafian follicle remaining after ovulation transform into corpus luteum and secretes large amount of estrogen. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
MCQ_SINGLE
In Geiger-Marsden experiment, the number of scattered $\alpha$-particles $N(\theta)$ is plotted as a function of scattering angle $\theta$. Which of the following options represents the correct plot? [Image Placeholder]
MCQ_SINGLE
Given below are two statements: Statement I: Chromosomes are fully condensed at the end of prophase I. Statement II: Meiosis I resembles mitosis. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
View All Questions