2.8 - Coordinate (Dative Covalent) Bonding
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Practice Questions
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What is a coordinate bond?
💡 Hint: Think of it as one atom doing double duty.
Give an example of a coordinate bond.
💡 Hint: Consider what forms when nitrogen meets hydrogen.
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What atom donates both electrons in a coordinate bond?
💡 Hint: Consider who gives what.
True or False: A coordinate bond cannot be formed without a hydrogen ion.
💡 Hint: Think about the examples we discussed.
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Craft a reaction diagram showing the formation of ammonium from nitrogen and hydrogen ions. Explain the role of coordinate bonding in this reaction.
💡 Hint: Use symbols to represent electrons.
Analyze how understanding coordinate bonds can aid in developing a new catalyst for a biochemical reaction involving metal ions.
💡 Hint: Think about how precise placement affects reaction speed.
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