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WBJEE · Chemistry · Coordination Compounds

When \(\mathrm{AgCl}\) is treated with \(\mathrm{KCN}\)

  1. A \(\mathrm{Ag}\) is precipitated
  2. B a complex ion is formed
  3. C double decomposition takes place
  4. D no reaction takes place
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(B) a complex ion is formed

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Hints: \(\mathrm{AgCl}+2 \mathrm{KCN} \rightarrow \mathrm{K}\left[\mathrm{Ag}(\mathrm{CN})_2\right]+\mathrm{KCl}\)