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An effective atomic number of Co(CO)4 is 35 and hence is less stable. It attains stability by :

Answer: D

💡 Solution & Explanation

It can gain 1 e^- (reduction) to form [Co(CO)4]^- or dimerize to Co2(CO)8 to attain EAN 36.

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