Question

Do transition metal ions undergo complex formation?

Answer 1

1. Yes, transition metal ions undergo complex formation.
2. Complex formation occurs because these ions can accept lone pairs of electrons from ligands.
3. Transition metals have vacant d-orbitals suitable to accommodate these electron pairs.
4. They have a small size and a high nuclear charge, which favors complex formation.
5. Ligands can be neutral molecules or negatively charged ions attaching via coordinate bonds.