The effective atomic number $(EAN)$ of $Co(CO)_4$ is $35$ and hence it is less stable. It attains stability by

  • A
    Oxidation of $Co$
  • B
    Reduction of $Co$
  • C
    Dimerisation
  • D
    Both $(b)$ and $(c)$

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