Bonding In Metal Carbonyls
Chapter Name : Coordination Compounds |
Sub Topic Code : 102_12_09_06_01 |
Topic Name : Bonding In Metal Carbonyls |
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Sub Topic Name : Bonding In Metal Carbonyls |
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Introduction
Coordination complex or metal complex, consists of an atom or ion (usually metallic), and a surrounding array of bound molecules or anions, that are in turn known as ligands or complexing agents.
Pre-Requisites:
Coordination Compounds
Activity:
Nickel tetracarbonyl.
Real Life Question:
What are Coordination Compounds?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Metal carbonyls | Metal carbonyls are coordination complexes of transition metals with carbon monoxide ligands. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid | Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) is used for estimation of Ca2+ and Mg2+ in hard water. |
Real life uses :
Alcoholic beverages.
Places to visit :
Pharmacy.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Nickel tetracarbonyl | It is an intermediate in the Mond process for the purification of nickel and a reagent in organometallic chemistry. |
What you learn in Theory:
Coordination complex or metal complex, consists of an atom or ion (usually metallic), and a surrounding array of bound molecules or anions, that are in turn known as ligands or complexing agents.
What you learn in Practice:
Metal carbonyls are useful in organic synthesis and as catalysts or catalyst precursors in homogeneous catalysis, such as hydroformylation and Reppe chemistry.