Coordination Compounds: Central Metal Atom and Ligands
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What is the central metal atom in a coordination compound?

  • Anion
  • Cation (correct)
  • Ligand
  • Complex

    • What is the function of ligands in a coordination compound?

  • To form ionic bonds with the central metal atom
  • To donate electrons to the central metal atom (correct)
  • To accept electrons from the central metal atom
  • To increase the coordination number of the central metal atom

    • What is the coordination number of a central metal atom in a square planar complex?

  • 6
  • 8
  • 4 (correct)
  • 5

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