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24. Transition Metals and Coordination Compounds - Part 2 of 3

24. Transition Metals and Coordination Compounds - Part 2 of 3

24. Transition Metals and Coordination Compounds / Classification of Ligands / Problem 4

Is the given ligand monodentate? If not, what is its denticity? Is it capable of forming chelate rings?

ANSWERS OPTIONS

A

The ligand is monodentate but not capable of forming chelate rings.

B

The ligand is bidentate and capable of forming chelate rings.

C

The ligand is tridentate but not capable of forming chelate rings.

D

The ligand is tetradentate and capable of forming chelate rings.

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