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The coordination number is the number of ligand donor atoms directly bonded to the central metal ion. In [Co(NH₃)6]Cl₃, there are 6 NH₃ ligands, each unidentate, so the coordination number is 6.
Ref: NCERT Class 12 Chemistry > Chapter 5: Coordination Compounds > Topic: Werner's Theory and Definitions - Ligands Coordination Number
Each ethane-1,2-diamine (en) is bidentate (2 donor atoms), and each H₂O is unidentate. In [Ni(en)2(H₂O)2]2+, 2 en (4 atoms) + 2 H₂O = 6.
Ref: NCERT Class 12 Chemistry > Chapter 5: Coordination Compounds > Topic: Werner's Theory and Definitions - Ligands Coordination Number
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