Practice Formulas of Mononuclear Coordination Entities - 5.3.1 | 5. Coordination Compounds | CBSE Grade 12 Chemistry Part 1
K12 Students

Academics

AI-Powered learning for Grades 8–12, aligned with major Indian and international curricula.

Professionals

Professional Courses

Industry-relevant training in Business, Technology, and Design to help professionals and graduates upskill for real-world careers.

Games

Interactive Games

Fun, engaging games to boost memory, math fluency, typing speed, and English skillsβ€”perfect for learners of all ages.

5.3.1 - Formulas of Mononuclear Coordination Entities

Enroll to start learning

You’ve not yet enrolled in this course. Please enroll for free to listen to audio lessons, classroom podcasts and take practice test.

Learning

Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

Write the formula for the coordination entity with iron as the central atom and four chloride ligands.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Use the metal first followed by the ligands.

Question 2

Easy

What is the formula for a complex with cobalt and three ammonia ligands?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember to indicate the ligands and their count after the metal.

Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation

Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What comes first in the formula of a coordination entity?

  • The counter ion
  • The central metal atom
  • The ligands

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what anchors the other components.

Question 2

True or False: Ligands are listed in the order of their charge.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the IUPAC naming rules.

Solve and get performance evaluation

Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design a coordination complex using nickel with two bidentate ligands. Write the formula and explain your choice.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Identify how many sites each ligand can occupy.

Question 2

Explain the effect of ligand charge on the overall charge of the coordination entity.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how positive and negative charges interact.

Challenge and get performance evaluation