Chemistry-Ligands
NEET Chemistry Ligands MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Which of the following statements about ligands in coordination compounds is correct?
A
Anionic ligands typically end with –ido in naming conventions.
B
Ligands are always named before the metal in the complex name.
C
Ambidentate ligands can bind through more than one atom.
D
All ligands are considered neutral regardless of their charge.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Anionic ligands are indeed recommended to end with –ido according to the IUPAC naming conventions mentioned. Option B is incorrect as ligands can be named after the metal. Option C is true but not as specific to anionic ligands. Option D is false since ligands can have positive, negative, or neutral charges.
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