10 Questions
What is the surrounding array of bound molecules or ions called in a coordination complex?
Ligands
What is the atom within a ligand that is bonded to the central metal atom or ion called?
Donor atom
What do you call a molecule or ion that bonds to the central atom through several of the ligand's atoms?
Polydentate ligand
In a typical complex, a metal ion is bonded to several donor atoms, which can be:
The same or different
Which type of compounds are coordination complexes, especially those that include transition metals?
Metal-containing compounds
Where is the pituitary gland located in humans?
At the base of the brain
What is the approximate size of the human pituitary gland?
About the size of a chickpea
Which protective bony enclosure covers the pituitary gland?
Sella turcica
What are the functions of the hormones secreted from the pituitary gland?
Control growth, blood pressure, energy management
In which part of the brain does the pituitary gland rest?
Hypophyseal fossa of the sphenoid bone
Test your knowledge of coordination complexes and transition metals in this quiz. Explore the concept of coordination centers, ligands, and complexing agents in metal-containing compounds.
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