10 Questions
What is a coordination complex?
A chemical compound with a central metallic atom surrounded by bound molecules or ions
What is the atom within a ligand that is bonded to the central metal atom or ion called?
Donor atom
What is a polydentate ligand?
A molecule or ion that bonds to the central atom through several of the ligand's atoms
How many bonds to the central atom are common for ligands?
2, 3, 4, or 6
Which type of compounds often include coordination complexes?
Metal-containing compounds, especially those with transition metals
What is a coordination complex?
A chemical compound consisting of a central atom and surrounding bound molecules or ions
What are ligands in a coordination complex?
Bound molecules or ions surrounding the central atom
What is a polydentate ligand?
A molecule or ion that bonds to the central atom through several of its atoms
What is the donor atom in a coordination complex?
The atom within a ligand that is bonded to the central metal atom or ion
How many bonds can a ligand have to the central atom in a coordination complex?
2, 3, 4, or 6 bonds
Test your knowledge of coordination complexes and transition metal chemistry with this quiz. Explore the central atom, ligands, and complexing agents that form coordination complexes, and learn about the properties and structures of these important chemical compounds.
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