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Ligands and dative bonds

Ligands and dative bonds

Transition-metal ions can accept lone pairs from surrounding ions or molecules. A ligand is an ion or molecule that donates a lone pair to the metal ion, forming a dative covalent bond.

Complex ions and ligand substitution Lesson

  1. AS Level
  2. /Chemistry
  3. /Complex ions and ligand substitution

Step-by-step lessons covering Edexcel AS Level Chemistry Complex ions and ligand substitution for AS Level Chemistry. Each lesson works through exam-style questions.

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