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Question

An example of a sigma bonded organometallic compound is:

A

Grignard's reagent

B

Ferrocene

C

Cobaltocene

D

Ruthenocene

Step-by-Step Solution

Organometallic compounds are classified based on the nature of the metal-carbon bond:

  1. Sigma (σ\sigma ) bonded organometallics: In these compounds, the metal atom and carbon atom are joined by a single covalent bond (sigma bond). Grignard's reagents (RMgXR-Mg-X) are a classic example where the alkyl group is bonded to the magnesium atom via a sigma bond . Other examples include (CH3)4Sn(CH_3)_4Sn, (C2H5)2Zn(C_2H_5)_2Zn, etc.
  2. Pi (π\pi ) bonded organometallics: These involve transition metals bonded to unsaturated ligands via their π\pi -electron clouds. Ferrocene [Fe(η5C5H5)2][Fe(\eta^5-C_5H_5)_2], Cobaltocene [Co(η5C5H5)2][Co(\eta^5-C_5H_5)_2], and Ruthenocene [Ru(η5C5H5)2][Ru(\eta^5-C_5H_5)_2] are all metallocenes (sandwich compounds) where the metal is π\pi -bonded to two cyclopentadienyl rings.

Therefore, Grignard's reagent is the correct example of a sigma bonded organometallic compound.

Exam Context & Concepts Covered

This question aligns with the NEET CHEMISTRY syllabus, specifically targeting concepts from Coordination Compounds. Mastering this topic is crucial for scoring well in the upcoming medical entrance examinations. Solving conceptually related problems will help you understand the nuances of these concepts and improve your problem-solving speed.

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