Practice Definitions Of Some Important Terms Pertaining To Coordination Compounds (5.2)
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Definitions of Some Important Terms Pertaining to Coordination Compounds

Practice - Definitions of Some Important Terms Pertaining to Coordination Compounds

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Question 1 Easy

Define a coordination entity.

💡 Hint: Think about what constitutes a central part in a coordination compound.

Question 2 Easy

What is a ligand?

💡 Hint: Consider the role of water or ammonia in complexes.

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Question 1

What is the coordination number of [Ni(NH3)4]2+?

2
4
6

💡 Hint: Count the NH3 molecules present.

Question 2

True or False: Ligands can only be simple ions.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think of common ligands like water and ammonia.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Determine the coordination number and oxidation state of the central atom in [Co(NH3)4Cl2]+.

💡 Hint: Calculate the contributions of ligands to determine the oxidation state.

Challenge 2 Hard

Explain why the complex [Fe(CN)6]3- is more stable compared to [Fe(CN)6]4-.

💡 Hint: Consider the charges involved and their effect on complex stability.

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