Coordination Compounds Quiz
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What is the definition of a central atom or ion in a coordination entity?

  • An atom or ion that donates electrons to the ligands
  • An atom or ion to which ions/groups are bound in a definite geometrical arrangement (correct)
  • An atom or ion that accepts electrons from the ligands
  • An atom or ion that is always positively charged
  • Which type of ligand binds to the central metal using a single donor atom?

  • Ambidentate ligand
  • Polydentate ligand
  • Didentate ligand
  • Monodentate ligand (correct)
  • Which type of ligand forms complexes by using two or more donor atoms to bind to a single metal ion?

  • Monodentate ligand
  • Polydentate ligand (correct)
  • Ambidentate ligand
  • Didentate ligand
  • What defines an ambidentate ligand?

    <p>A ligand that can bind through two different atoms or ions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a didentate ligand?

    <p>It binds through two donor atoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which postulate of Werner's theory states that primary valencies are ionizable and satisfied by negative ions?

    <p>The primary valencies are ionizable and satisfied by neutral molecules.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a coordination compound, the secondary valence is satisfied by ____________.

    <p>Neutral molecules or negative ions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic difference between a double salt and a complex?

    <p>Complex ions do not dissociate into their constituent ions when dissolved in water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of a coordination entity in a coordination compound?

    <p>It is represented within a square bracket.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Werner's theory of coordination compounds, what is the primary role of secondary valencies?

    <p>Fixed for every metal in a complex.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do double salts and complexes differ in their behavior when dissolved in water?

    <p>Double salts dissociate into simple ions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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