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What is the primary characteristic of a coordination compound?
What is the primary characteristic of a coordination compound?
- It is always a gas at room temperature
- It contains a metal atom or ion at its center (correct)
- It contains only non-metal atoms or ions
- It cannot form complex structures
What role do ligands play in a coordination compound?
What role do ligands play in a coordination compound?
- Stabilizing the compound's gaseous form
- Providing electrons to the central metal atom or ion (correct)
- Acting as catalysts for the compound's reactions
- Determining the color of the compound
What is the significance of coordination compounds in biological systems?
What is the significance of coordination compounds in biological systems?
- They serve as building blocks for DNA and RNA
- They are primarily involved in energy production
- They play essential roles in enzyme catalysis and oxygen transport (correct)
- They act as structural components in cell membranes
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