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Define a ligand.
Think about the role of ligands in forming coordination compounds.
What is an example of a unidentate ligand?
Consider simple anions.
What type of ligand binds to a metal ion through only one donor atom?
Think of numbers of points where they connect.
True or False: A ligand can never be a neutral molecule.
Consider both ions and neutral compounds.
Given the coordination complex [Cu(NH3)4Cl2], identify the ligands, their types, and the coordination number.
Count the number of donor atoms attached.
Explain with examples how ligand strength can influence the stability of the complex formed.
Relate to how the nature of bonds affects stability.
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