10 Questions
According to Werner's theory of coordination compounds, which of the following terms refers to the central atom or ion in a coordination entity?
Central atom/ion
What is the meaning of the term 'homoleptic' in the context of coordination compounds?
A coordination compound with only one type of ligand
Which theory explains the nature of bonding in coordination compounds in terms of the interaction between the metal's d orbitals and the ligands?
Crystal Field theory
What is the coordination number of a coordination compound?
The number of ligands attached to the central atom/ion
What is the importance of coordination compounds in our day to day life?
They are used as catalysts in chemical reactions
What is the postulate of Werner's theory of coordination compounds?
Coordination compounds have a central atom or ion surrounded by ligands.
What is the meaning of the term 'coordination number' in the context of coordination compounds?
The number of ligands surrounding the central atom or ion.
What is the coordination sphere in a coordination compound?
The ligands surrounding the central atom or ion.
What is homoleptic in the context of coordination compounds?
A coordination compound with ligands of the same type.
What are the rules of nomenclature of coordination compounds?
The rules for writing the formulas and names of mononuclear coordination compounds.
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