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Inorganic Chemistry
Quick questions on Transition metal complexes and the origin of colour: Singapore A-Level H2 Chemistry
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What is ligand exchange?Show answer
Ligands can be replaced by others, often with a striking colour change because changes:
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Define the terms ligand and coordination number. [2 marks]
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State the shape of (a) and (b) . [2 marks]
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Explain why a solution of zinc sulfate is colourless. [2 marks]
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