MCQ
A group of atoms can function as a ligand only when
- AIt is a small molecule
- ✓It has an unshared electron pair
- CIt is a negatively charged ion
- DIt is a positively charged ion
✓
Answer
Correct option: B.
It has an unshared electron pair
b
A ligand is a group of atoms or ions which has electron pair which can be donated to any electron seeking species.
A ligand is a group of atoms or ions which has electron pair which can be donated to any electron seeking species.
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