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In a coordination compound, what does the term 'coordination number' refer to?

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In a coordination compound, what does the term 'coordination number' refer to?
  1. The number of ligands attached to the metal ion
  2. The total number of electrons in the complex
  3. The oxidation state of the metal ion
  4. The number of unpaired electrons in the metal

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In a coordination compound, what does the term 'coordination number' refer to?
  • Step 1: Understand what a coordination compound is. It is a complex made of a central metal ion and surrounding molecules or ions called ligands.
  • Step 2: Identify the central metal ion in the coordination compound. This is the main atom that is surrounded by ligands.
  • Step 3: Count the number of ligands that are directly attached to the central metal ion. These ligands can be molecules or ions.
  • Step 4: The total number of these ligands is called the coordination number.
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