Exam 7: An Introduction to Coordination Compounds

Which of the following statements is(are) correct? (i) K_f is a measure of the interaction strength of a ligand relative to the interaction strength of the solvent molecules as a ligand. (ii) The general trend in successive formation constants is K₁ < K₂ < K₃ < …. < K_n. (iii) The dissociation constant is inverse of the formation constant.

For which of the following cases of octahedral complexes should we consider the possibility of optical isomers?

Suggest the most likely geometry for (i) [FeCl₄]^2- and (ii) [PdCl₄]^2-.

For which elements would you expect to find coordination numbers above eight?

Find the correct name for the complex [Fe(CN)₅(H₂O)]^2-:

How many isomers are possible for a tetrahedral complex [Ma₂bc]?

Amino acids are important chelating ligands that bind to the metal through N and O atoms. Suppose you prepared a square planar platinum complex using D amino acid [Pt(D-AA)₂]. Do you expect a chiral complex?

Which class of ligands can give linkage isomers?

Find the correct statement:

Which of the following ligands have two potential atoms of attachment (donor atoms)?