Statement I : 'CO' is a very strong ligand Statement II : The more basic nature is for the ligand, g

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Statement I : 'CO' is a very strong ligand Statement II : The more basic nature is for the ligand, generally it will be a strong ligand\

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CO is weak base. The metal to ligand back bonding causes a synergic effect. This strengthens the bond between CO and metal\