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Which of the following ligands does form a chelate?

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Question

Which of the following ligands does form a chelate?

Options

  • Acetate

  • Oxalate

  • Cyanide

  • Ammonia

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Solution

Oxalate

Explanation:

A chelate is formed when a ligand has multiple donor atoms that can bind to the central metal ion, creating a ring structure. Examples of chelating ligands include ethylenediamine (en) and oxalate \[\ce{(C2O^{2-}_4)}\].

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