Valence Bond Theory — Prelims Questions

Which of the following coordination complexes is diamagnetic and exhibits $d^2sp^3$ hybridization?

The complex [Ni(CN)$_4$]$^{2-}$ is square planar and diamagnetic. Based on VBT, what is the hybridization of the central metal ion?

Calculate the spin-only magnetic moment for the complex [Fe(H$_2$O)$_6$]$^{2+}$.

Which of the following statements about Valence Bond Theory (VBT) for coordination compounds is INCORRECT?

Which of the following complexes is an outer orbital octahedral complex?

The complex [Cu(NH$_3$)$_4$]$^{2+}$ has a square planar geometry. What is the hybridization of the central metal ion?