Give the systematic name for the coordination compound: Na[Ag(CN)₂]

Understand the Problem

The question asks for the systematic (IUPAC) name of the coordination compound Na[Ag(CN)₂]. This involves identifying the cation, the complex ion, the ligands, and the oxidation state of the central metal atom (silver) to construct the name according to IUPAC nomenclature rules.

Answer

Sodium dicyanoargentate(I)

The systematic name for the coordination compound Na[Ag(CN)₂] is sodium dicyanoargentate(I).

Answer for screen readers

The systematic name for the coordination compound Na[Ag(CN)₂] is sodium dicyanoargentate(I).

More Information

The compound consists of a sodium cation (Na+) and a dicyanoargentate(I) anion [Ag(CN)₂]-. The argentate complex features a silver central ion coordinated by two cyanide ligands.

Tips

When naming coordination compounds, remember to name the cation before the anion. For the complex ion, name the ligands first, then the metal, and indicate the oxidation state of the metal in Roman numerals.

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