The effective atomic number $(EAN)$ of $Co(CO)_4$ is $35$,which makes it less stable. It attains stability by:

  • A
    Oxidation of $Co$
  • B
    Reduction of $Co$
  • C
    Dimerization
  • D
    Both $(B)$ and $(C)$

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