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What is the primary role of ligands in coordination compounds?

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What is the primary role of ligands in coordination compounds?
  1. To increase solubility
  2. To stabilize the metal ion
  3. To provide color
  4. To act as a reducing agent

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the primary role of ligands in coordination compounds?
  • Step 1: Understand what a ligand is. A ligand is a molecule or ion that can donate a pair of electrons to a metal ion.
  • Step 2: Recognize that coordination compounds consist of a central metal ion surrounded by ligands.
  • Step 3: Learn that ligands form coordinate covalent bonds with the metal ion. This means they share their electrons with the metal.
  • Step 4: Realize that these bonds help to stabilize the metal ion, making the entire coordination compound more stable.
  • Step 5: Conclude that the primary role of ligands is to stabilize the metal ion in coordination compounds.
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