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How are ligands named in the nomenclature of coordination compounds?
How are ligands named in the nomenclature of coordination compounds?
Options
- AIn order of charge
- BIn reverse alphabetical order
- CIn alphabetical order
- DIn order of size
Correct answer
C. In alphabetical order
Step-by-step solution
Ligands are named in alphabetical order before the name of the central atom/ion in the nomenclature of coordination compounds.