Importance And Applications Of Coordination Compounds
Chapter Name : Coordination Compounds |
Sub Topic Code : 102_12_09_07_01 |
Topic Name : Importance And Applications Of Coordination Compounds |
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Sub Topic Name : Importance And Applications Of Coordination Compounds |
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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:
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid.
Real Life Question:
What are Coordination Compounds?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
|---|---|
| Coordination complex | 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. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| K[Ag(CN)2] | K [Ag (CN) 2] is used for electroplating of silver, and K [Au (CN) 2] is used for gold plating. |
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:
Many metal-containing compounds (especially transition metals) consist of coordination complexes.