In Werner's theory, what is the role of ligands in coordination compounds?

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In Werner's theory, what is the role of ligands in coordination compounds?
  1. To provide electrons to the metal ion
  2. To stabilize the oxidation state of the metal
  3. To determine the color of the complex
  4. To increase the coordination number

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Q: In Werner's theory, what is the role of ligands in coordination compounds?
Solution: Ligands act as electron donors to the metal ion, forming coordinate covalent bonds and stabilizing the coordination complex.
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