Multiple choice

Which theory is considered as the first theory, regarding the bonding in Co-ordination Compounds?

  1. Crystal Field Theory

  2. Werner's theory

  3. MO theory

  4. VB theory

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Alfred Werner suggested in 1893 that metal ions exhibit what he called primary and secondary valences. This first theory was called the Werner's theory of co-ordination compounds.