Manipal MET2010ChemistryCoordination Compounds
A group of atoms can function as a ligand only when
Options
- Ait is a small molecule
- Bit has an unshared electron pair
- Cit is a negatively charged ion
- Dit is a positively charged ion
Correct answer
B. it has an unshared electron pair
Step-by-step solution
An species or group of atoms can act as ligand only when it carries an unshared pair, ie, lone pair of electrons.