9.6 - Isomerism in Coordination Compounds
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What is structural isomerism?
💡 Hint: Consider how the atoms are rearranged.
Define ionization isomerism.
💡 Hint: Think about how roles might switch between components.
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What type of isomerism arises when ions exchange positions?
💡 Hint: Think about ion locations.
True or False: Hydrate isomerism only involves water molecules outside the coordination sphere.
💡 Hint: Remember where water can be!
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Design a compound exhibiting both hydrate and ionization isomerism, and detail its structural possibilities.
💡 Hint: Check how water categories alternate in structures.
Explain why optical isomerism is more relevant in biochemical processes compared to geometrical isomerism.
💡 Hint: Think about how enzymes interact specifically with right versus left-handed compounds.
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