Two Compounds Have the Same Formula and Contain an SCN^-

question 19

Short Answer

Two compounds have the same formula and contain an SCN^- ligand. In one compound the SCN^- ligand is bonded to the metal atom via the N atom and in the other it is bonded via the S atom. These two compounds are examples of ________ isomers.

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Definitions:

Nonionic Detergent

Detergents that do not carry a charge, making them effective in solubilizing membranes and proteins without affecting their charge.

Molecular Features

The specific structural attributes of a molecule, including shape, functional groups, and bonding patterns.

Phospholipid

A type of lipid molecule that is a major component of cell membranes, consisting of two fatty acids, a phosphate group, and a glycerol backbone.

Hydrocarbon Tails

Long, nonpolar chains of carbon and hydrogen atoms, characteristic of lipids, contributing to their hydrophobic properties.