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Complexes with bidentate ligands are called

Complexes with bidentate ligands are called

Options

(a) ligands
(b) chelates
(c) complexes
(d) none of these

Correct Answer:

chelates

Explanation:

An atom or group which binds to the central metal atom or ion through the lone pair of electrons present on its donor atom is called ligand. When polydenate ligands bind to central metal atom or ion, they form a ring like structure called chelates. Complexes are compound which furnishes complex ions.

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