What is the oxidation state of the nickel atom in the complex [Ni(CO)4]?

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Published
18 Mar 2019
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28 May 2026

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In the complex [Ni(CO)4], carbonyl (CO) ligands are neutral molecules, contributing no charge. Therefore, the oxidation number of the central nickel atom is 0.

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