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Q. For $K_4[Fe(CN)_6]$, coordination number and oxidation state are respectively

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Solution:

In $K_4[Fe(CN )_6]$, the central metal $Fe$ is surrounded by $6\, CN ^-$ ligands.
Hence, coordination no. of $Fe$ is $6$.
Oxidation state of $Fe = 4 + x + (-6) = 0$
$\Rightarrow x - 2 = 0$
$\Rightarrow x = + 2$