What are coordination compounds?
Asked by Razia Khatoon · 2 years ago
Can someone explain what coordination compounds are in simple terms? I want to understand the basics for my NEET preparation.
1 Answer
Coordination compounds, also known as complex compounds, consist of a central metal atom or ion surrounded by molecules or anions called ligands. These ligands are bonded to the central atom through coordinate bonds. For example, in the compound [Cu(NH3)4]SO4, the central metal ion is Cu2+ and the ligands are NH3 molecules.
Key Points:
Key Points:
- Central Metal Atom/Ion: The main atom/ion to which ligands are attached.
- Ligands: Molecules or ions that donate a pair of electrons to the central atom/ion.
- Coordinate Bond: A type of chemical bond where a ligand donates both electrons to the bond.
NEET Faculty · 2 years ago
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