A Ligand with a Single Donor Atom Is Called

question 120

Multiple Choice

A ligand with a single donor atom is called .

• A) bidentate
• B) polydentate
• C) a chelate
• D) a chelon
• E) monodentate

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Definitions:

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Earth's Crust

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Earth's Mantle

The thick layer of rock between the Earth's crust and core, making up about 84% of Earth's volume.

Atomic Weight

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