Complete Summary and Solutions for Coordination Compounds – NCERT Class XII Chemistry Part I, Chapter 5 – Nomenclature, Bonding, Isomerism, and Applications
Detailed summary and explanation of Chapter 5 'Coordination Compounds' from the NCERT Class XII Chemistry Part I textbook, covering basic concepts, IUPAC nomenclature, bonding theories (valence bond and crystal field theories), types of isomerism, stability of coordination compounds, and important applications, along with solved examples and all NCERT questions and answers.
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Coordination Compounds
Chapter 5: Chemistry - Ultimate Study Guide | NCERT Class 12 Notes, Questions, Derivations & Quiz 2025
Full Chapter Summary & Detailed Notes - Coordination Compounds Class 12 NCERT
Overview & Key Concepts
- Chapter Goal: Understand coordination compounds, bonding, structures; Werner's theory, isomerism, nomenclature; applications in bio, industry. Exam Focus: Formulas, names, isomers; 2025 Updates: Real-life apps (e.g., chlorophyll, haemoglobin). Fun Fact: Werner Nobel 1913. Core Idea: Complexes with central metal and ligands. Real-World: Electroplating, dyeing. Expanded: All subtopics point-wise with evidence (e.g., Table 5.1 complexes), examples (e.g., CoCl3·NH3), debates (primary vs. secondary valence).
- Wider Scope: From historical (Werner) to modern (bio-inorganic); sources: Text, figures (5.1-5.3), examples. Detailed: Coordination compounds are backbone of modern inorganic and bio-inorganic chemistry. They form when transition metals bind to anions or neutral molecules via electron sharing.
- Expanded Content: Include structures, polyhedra; links (e.g., bonding theories); point-wise breakdown. Objectives: Appreciate Werner’s theory, know terms like coordination entity, ligand, coordination number, learn nomenclature rules, define isomerism types, understand bonding via VBT and CFT, appreciate applications.
Introduction to Coordination Compounds
- Definition: Compounds with central metal bound to ligands via coordinate bonds. Detailed: In previous unit, transition metals form complex compounds. Modern term: coordination compounds. Chemistry is important area of inorganic chemistry.
- Importance: Vital in biology (chlorophyll Mg, haemoglobin Fe), industry (catalysts, reagents). Detailed: New concepts of bonding and structure provide insights into biological systems. Vitamin B12 cobalt. Metallurgical processes, industrial catalysts, analytical reagents use them.
- Applications: Electroplating, textile dyeing, medicinal chemistry. Detailed: Find many applications in these fields. Expanded: Evidence from PDF: Chlorophyll, haemoglobin, vitamin B12 are coordination compounds of magnesium, iron and cobalt respectively.
- Expanded: Evidence: Variety of processes involve coordination compounds. Debates: How do they function as vital components? Real: Industrial catalysts like in Haber process (though not direct, analogous).
5.1 Werner’s Theory of Coordination Compounds
- Postulates: Primary (ionisable) and secondary (non-ionisable) valences; fixed coordination number; spatial arrangements. Detailed: Alfred Werner (1866-1919) first to formulate. Prepared and characterised many compounds, studied behaviour.
- Examples: CoCl3·6NH3 gives 3 AgCl; formulated as [Co(NH3)6]Cl3. Detailed: Binary compounds like CrCl3 primary 3. Series of Co(III) chloride with ammonia: Yellow 3 AgCl, purple 2, green/violet 1.
- Expanded: Evidence: Table 5.1; debates: Double salts vs. complexes; real: Conductivity measurements. Postulates: Metals show two linkages; primary ionisable negative ions; secondary non-ionisable neutral/negative ions; secondary = CN fixed; groups have spatial arrangements (polyhedra).
- Detailed: In modern, species in square bracket are complexes, outside counter ions. Werner postulated octahedral, tetrahedral, square planar common.
Conceptual Diagram: Coordination Polyhedra
Shapes: Octahedral, tetrahedral, square planar; central M with ligands L. Detailed: Fig. 5.1 shows octahedral (L-M-L 90°/180°), tetrahedral (109.5°), square planar (90°).
5.2 Definitions of Some Important Terms
- Coordination Entity: Central atom/ion with ligands, e.g., [Co(NH3)6]3+. Detailed: Constitutes central metal atom or ion bonded to fixed number of ions/molecules.
- Ligands: Donors like NH3 (unidentate), en (bidentate), EDTA (hexadentate). Detailed: Ions or molecules bound to central. Unidentate (Cl-, H2O, NH3), didentate (en, oxalate), polydentate N(CH2CH2NH2)3, hexadentate EDTA4- (2N,4O).
- Expanded: Evidence: Ambidentate NO2-, SCN-; debates: Chelate stability; real: Denticity. Chelate ligand: Di/poly using multiple donors to one metal, more stable. Ambidentate: NO2- (N or O), SCN- (S or N).
- Detailed: Coordination number (CN): Number of ligand donor atoms directly bonded. E.g., [PtCl6]2- CN6, [Ni(NH3)4]2+ CN4. Only sigma bonds count.
- Coordination sphere: Central + ligands in bracket, ionisable outside (counter ions). E.g., K4[Fe(CN)6] sphere [Fe(CN)6]4-, counter K+.
- Coordination polyhedron: Spatial arrangement of ligands. Common: octahedral, square planar, tetrahedral.
- Oxidation number: Charge on central if ligands removed with shared pairs. E.g., [Cu(CN)4]3- Cu(I).
- Homoleptic: One kind donor groups [Co(NH3)6]3+. Heteroleptic: More than one [Co(NH3)4Cl2]+.
Why This Guide Stands Out
Comprehensive: All subtopics point-wise, figures integrations, diagram descriptions; 2025 with links (e.g., isomerism), structures analyzed for depth. Detailed: Covers every page from PDF, including Werner bio, examples, tables.
Table 5.1: Formulation of Cobalt(III) Chloride-Ammonia Complexes
- Key Values: Yellow [Co(NH3)6]3+ 3Cl- (1:3); Purple [CoCl(NH3)5]2+ 2Cl- (1:2); Green [CoCl2(NH3)4]+ Cl- (1:1); Violet same (1:1).
- Trends: Fewer AgCl with more coordinated Cl. Detailed: Observations with AgNO3 and conductivity explain formulations.
- Applications: Identify isomers. Detailed: Last two have same empirical CoCl3.4NH3 but distinct properties - isomers.
- Expanded: Evidence: Data; debates: Valences; real: Precipitation tests. Werner 1898 theory based on this.
5.3 Nomenclature of Coordination Compounds
- Rules: Cation first; ligands alphabetical; metal -ate for anions; oxidation Roman. Detailed: Formulas: Central first, ligands alpha, poly in (), entity in [], charge outside.
- Examples: [Cr(NH3)3(H2O)3]Cl3 triamminetriaquachromium(III) chloride. Detailed: Naming: Cation first, ligands alpha before metal, anionic -o, neutral aqua/ammine, prefixes di/tri/bis, oxidation Roman, metal -ate if anion.
- Expanded: Evidence: IUPAC; debates: Abbreviations; real: Systematic naming. E.g., [Co(H2NCH2CH2NH2)3]2(SO4)3 tris(ethane-1,2-diamine)cobalt(III) sulphate.
- Detailed: Neutral complex named as complex cation. 2004 IUPAC: Ligands alphabetical irrespective charge, anionic -ido.
Exam Case Studies
CoCl3·4NH3 isomers; naming variations. Detailed: [Ag(NH3)2][Ag(CN)2] diamminesilver(I) dicyanidoargentate(I).
5.4 Isomerism in Coordination Compounds
- Types: Structural (linkage, coordination); stereo (geometrical, optical). Detailed: Isomers same formula different atom arrangement, differ in properties.
- Examples: [Pt(NH3)2Cl2] cis/trans; [Co(en)3]3+ optical. Detailed: Geometrical in heteroleptic CN4/6. Square planar [MX2L2] cis/trans (Fig. 5.2), octahedral [MX2L4] cis/trans (Fig. 5.3).
- Expanded: Evidence: Fig. 5.2-5.3; debates: Fac/mer; real: Properties differ. MABXL three isomers. [Ma3b3] fac/mer.
- Detailed: Optical: Non-superimposable mirror images, chiral. E.g., [Co(en)3]3+. Linkage: Ambidentate different atom, [Co(NH3)5NO2]2+ nitro/ nitrito.
- Coordination: Ligand swap in cation/anion complexes. Ionisation: Different counter, [Co(NH3)5Br]SO4 / [Co(NH3)5SO4]Br. Solvate: Solvent ligand/counter, [Cr(H2O)6]Cl3 / [CrCl(H2O)5]Cl2·H2O.
Key Themes & Tips
- Aspects: Theory, terms, naming, isomers. Detailed: Bonding in terms of VBT and CFT (though next unit, intro here).
- Tip: Practice naming; draw isomers; differentiate valences. Detailed: Common errors: Forgetting alphabetical order, confusing cis/trans properties.
Project & Group Ideas
- Prepare Co complexes, test AgNO3. Detailed: Group discussion on results.
- Debate: Bonding theories. Detailed: VBT vs CFT in explaining magnetism/color.
- Model polyhedra. Detailed: Using balls/sticks for octahedral etc.
Key Definitions & Terms - Complete Glossary
All terms from chapter; detailed with examples, relevance. Expanded: 30+ terms grouped by subtopic; added advanced like "chelate", "denticity". Detailed: From PDF, all terms explained fully.
Coordination Compound
Central metal with ligands. Ex: [Co(NH3)6]Cl3. Relevance: Bio/industry. Detailed: Compounds where metal atoms bound to anions/neutrals by electron sharing.
Coordination Entity
Central ion + ligands. Ex: [CoCl3(NH3)3]. Relevance: Core unit. Detailed: Fixed number ions/molecules around central.
Central Atom/Ion
Bound to ligands. Ex: Co3+ in [Co(NH3)6]3+. Relevance: Lewis acid. Detailed: Atom/ion with definite geometrical arrangement of ligands.
Ligand
Donor to metal. Ex: NH3 unidentate. Relevance: Binding type. Detailed: Ions/molecules bound, unidentate/didentate etc.
Coordination Number
Donor atoms bound. Ex: 6 in [Co(NH3)6]3+. Relevance: Geometry. Detailed: Number of sigma bonds from ligands.
Coordination Sphere
Entity in brackets. Ex: [Fe(CN)6]4-. Relevance: Non-ionisable. Detailed: Central + ligands, counter outside.
Coordination Polyhedron
Ligand arrangement. Ex: Octahedral. Relevance: Shape. Detailed: Spatial, common octahedral/tetrahedral/square planar.
Oxidation Number
Charge if ligands removed. Ex: +3 in [Co(NH3)6]3+. Relevance: Naming. Detailed: Roman numeral in name.
Homoleptic
One type ligand. Ex: [Co(NH3)6]3+. Relevance: Simple. Detailed: Bound to only one kind donor groups.
Heteroleptic
Multiple types. Ex: [Co(NH3)4Cl2]+. Relevance: Complex. Detailed: More than one kind donor groups.
Chelate
Multi-donor ligand binding. Ex: en. Relevance: Stability. Detailed: Di/poly dentate using multiple donors simultaneously.
Ambidentate
Two donor sites. Ex: NO2-. Relevance: Linkage isomers. Detailed: Can bind through either, like N or O in NO2-.
Unidentate Ligand
Single donor. Ex: Cl-. Detailed: Binds through one atom.
Didentate Ligand
Two donors. Ex: Oxalate. Detailed: Binds through two atoms.
Polydentate Ligand
Multiple donors. Ex: EDTA. Detailed: Several donor atoms in single ligand.
Denticity
Number of donor atoms. Ex: 6 for EDTA. Detailed: Defines how many sites ligand uses.
Counter Ion
Outside bracket. Ex: Cl- in [Co(NH3)6]Cl3. Detailed: Ionisable groups.
Primary Valence
Ionisable. Ex: 3 in CoCl3. Detailed: Satisfied by negative ions.
Secondary Valence
Non-ionisable. Ex: 6 in [Co(NH3)6]3+. Detailed: Equals CN, satisfied by ligands.
Isomer
Same formula different arrangement. Ex: Cis/trans. Detailed: Differ in properties.
Stereoisomer
Same bonds different space. Ex: Geometrical. Detailed: Geometrical/optical.
Structural Isomer
Different bonds. Ex: Linkage. Detailed: Linkage, coordination, ionisation, solvate.
Geometrical Isomerism
Cis/trans. Ex: [Co(NH3)4Cl2]+. Detailed: In square planar/octahedral.
Optical Isomerism
Mirror images. Ex: [Co(en)3]3+. Detailed: Chiral complexes.
Linkage Isomerism
Different donor in ambidentate. Ex: Nitro/nitrito. Detailed: Structural subtype.
Coordination Isomerism
Ligand swap in cation/anion. Ex: [Co(NH3)6][Cr(CN)6]. Detailed: Both complex ions.
Ionisation Isomerism
Different counter ions. Ex: [Co(NH3)5Br]SO4. Detailed: Different ions in solution.
Solvate Isomerism
Solvent as ligand/counter. Ex: [Cr(H2O)6]Cl3. Detailed: Hydrate isomerism for water.
Fac/Mer Isomerism
In [Ma3b3]. Fac: Facial, mer: Meridional. Detailed: Geometrical subtype in octahedral.
Double Salt
Dissociates into simple ions. Ex: Mohr's salt. Detailed: Vs complex: Dissociate completely.
Tip: Group by type (entities/ligands/numbers); examples for recall. Depth: Debates (e.g., primary vs. secondary). Errors: Confuse homoleptic/heteroleptic. Interlinks: To bonding (Ch9). Advanced: Polyhedra. Real-Life: Haemoglobin. Graphs: None major. Coherent: Evidence → Interpretation. For easy learning: Flashcard per term with structure.
60+ Questions & Answers - NCERT Based (Class 12) - From Exercises & Variations
Based on chapter + expansions. Part A: 10 (1 mark, one line), Part B: 10 (4 marks, five lines), Part C: 10 (6 marks, eight lines). Answers point-wise in black text. Expanded: Added 10 more in each part for 60+ total, variations from PDF examples/intext.
Part A: 1 Mark Questions (20 Qs - Short)
1. Define coordination compound.
1 Mark Answer:
Metal bound to ligands via coordinate bonds.
2. What is primary valence?
1 Mark Answer:
Ionisable, satisfied by anions.
3. Define ligand.
1 Mark Answer:
Donor to central metal.
4. What is coordination number?
1 Mark Answer:
Number of donor atoms bound.
5. Give example of bidentate ligand.
1 Mark Answer:
Ethane-1,2-diamine (en).
6. What is homoleptic complex?
1 Mark Answer:
One type of ligand.
7. Define isomerism.
1 Mark Answer:
Same formula, different arrangement.
8. What is geometrical isomerism?
1 Mark Answer:
Cis/trans in square planar/octahedral.
9. Give ambidentate ligand example.
1 Mark Answer:
NO2- (nitro/nitrito).
10. What is chelate?
1 Mark Answer:
Multi-donor ligand binding one metal.
11. What is counter ion?
1 Mark Answer:
Ionisable group outside bracket.
12. Define coordination sphere.
1 Mark Answer:
Central + ligands in bracket.
13. What is oxidation number in complexes?
1 Mark Answer:
Charge on central if ligands removed.
14. Give example of hexadentate ligand.
1 Mark Answer:
EDTA4-.
15. What is denticity?
1 Mark Answer:
Number of donor atoms in ligand.
16. Define coordination polyhedron.
1 Mark Answer:
Spatial ligand arrangement around central.
17. What is linkage isomerism?
1 Mark Answer:
Different donor in ambidentate ligand.
18. Define optical isomerism.
1 Mark Answer:
Non-superimposable mirror images.
19. What is fac/mer isomerism?
1 Mark Answer:
Facial/meridional in [Ma3b3].
20. Define double salt.
1 Mark Answer:
Dissociates into simple ions in water.
Part B: 4 Marks Questions (20 Qs - Medium, Exactly 5 Lines Each)
1. Explain Werner's primary/secondary valence.
4 Marks Answer:
- Primary: Ionisable, negative ions.
- Secondary: Non-ionisable, ligands.
- Equals coordination number.
- Ex: CoCl3·6NH3 primary 3, secondary 6.
- Spatial arrangements.
2. Differentiate double salt/complex.
4 Marks Answer:
- Double: Dissociate ions in water.
- Complex: Complex ion intact.
- Ex: Carnallite dissociates, K4[Fe(CN)6] not.
- Double simple ions.
- Complex coordinate bonds.
3. Describe coordination entity.
4 Marks Answer:
- Central metal + ligands.
- Fixed geometrical arrangement.
- Ex: [CoCl3(NH3)3].
- Can be charged/neutral.
- Lewis acid central.
4. What is denticity?
4 Marks Answer:
- Number of donor atoms in ligand.
- Unidentate: 1, e.g., NH3.
- Bidentate: 2, e.g., oxalate.
- Hexadentate: 6, e.g., EDTA.
- Chelate if multi binds one metal.
5. Explain coordination polyhedron.
4 Marks Answer:
- Spatial ligand arrangement.
- Octahedral CN6, tetrahedral CN4.
- Ex: [Co(NH3)6]3+ octahedral.
- Square planar CN4.
- Determines geometry.
6. Rules for naming ligands.
4 Marks Answer:
- Anionic end -o, e.g., chlorido.
- Neutral same, except aqua, ammine.
- Alphabetical order.
- Multi: di, tri; bis for complex names.
- Ex: Diamminechloridonitrito-N-.
7. What is linkage isomerism.
4 Marks Answer:
- Ambidentate ligands different donor.
- Ex: [Co(NH3)5NO2]2+ nitro, [Co(NH3)5ONO]2+ nitrito.
- Structural type.
- Different properties.
- SCN- thiocyanato/isothiocyanato.
8. Geometrical isomerism in square planar.
4 Marks Answer:
- [MX2L2] cis (adjacent), trans (opposite).
- Ex: [Pt(NH3)2Cl2] cis/trans.
- MABXL three isomers.
- Not in tetrahedral.
- Different properties.
9. Optical isomerism.
4 Marks Answer:
- Non-superimposable mirror images.
- Ex: [Co(en)3]3+ d/l.
- Chiral complexes.
- No plane of symmetry.
- Rotate plane polarised light.
10. Applications of coordination compounds.
4 Marks Answer:
- Biology: Chlorophyll, haemoglobin.
- Industry: Catalysts, reagents.
- Electroplating, dyeing.
- Medicinal: Cisplatin cancer.
- Analytical: EDTA titration.
11. Explain fac/mer isomerism.
4 Marks Answer:
- In [Ma3b3] octahedral.
- Fac: Three a or b facial.
- Mer: Three a or b meridional.
- Different properties.
- Geometrical subtype.
12. What is solvate isomerism?
4 Marks Answer:
- Solvent as ligand or counter.
- Ex: [Cr(H2O)6]Cl3 hydrate isomers.
- Structural type.
- Different hydration water.
- Properties differ.
13. Describe coordination isomerism.
4 Marks Answer:
- Ligands swap between cation/anion complexes.
- Ex: [Co(NH3)6][Cr(CN)6] and swap.
- Structural type.
- Both ions complex.
- Different properties.
14. Explain oxidation number calculation.
4 Marks Answer:
- Charge complex = metal ox + ligand charges.
- Neutral ligands 0, anionic -1 etc.
- Ex: [Fe(CN)6]4- Fe +2 (CN -1x6=-6, total -4).
- Used in naming.
- Roman numeral.
15. What is chelate effect?
4 Marks Answer:
- Multi-dentate ligands form stable complexes.
- Due to ring formation.
- Ex: EDTA strong chelator.
- Increases entropy.
- Applications in titration.
16. Rules for formula writing.
4 Marks Answer:
- Central first.
- Ligands alphabetical.
- Poly in ().
- Entity in [].
- Charge outside.
17. Importance of Werner's theory.
4 Marks Answer:
- Explained valences, isomers.
- Foundation for modern coordination.
- Polyhedra concepts.
- Optical activity in complexes.
- Nobel 1913.
18. Differentiate stereoisomer/structural.
4 Marks Answer:
- Structural: Different bonds.
- Stereo: Same bonds, different space.
- Ex: Linkage structural, cis/trans stereo.
- Properties differ differently.
- Subtypes vary.
19. Biological applications.
4 Marks Answer:
- Chlorophyll Mg photosynthesis.
- Haemoglobin Fe O2 transport.
- Vitamin B12 Co metabolism.
- Enzymes metal centres.
- Drug design.
20. Industrial applications.
4 Marks Answer:
- Catalysts in processes.
- Analytical reagents.
- Electroplating metals.
- Textile dyeing colors.
- Metallurgical extraction.
Part C: 6 Marks Questions (20 Qs - Long, Exactly 8 Lines Each)
1. Discuss Werner's theory postulates.
6 Marks Answer:
- Two valences: primary, secondary.
- Primary ionisable negative ions.
- Secondary non-ionisable ligands.
- Secondary = coordination number.
- Spatial arrangements polyhedra.
- Ex: Octahedral, tetrahedral.
- Counter ions outside bracket.
- Explains isomers, conductivity.
2. Explain types of ligands.
6 Marks Answer:
- By denticity: Uni, bi, poly.
- Unidentate: Cl-, H2O.
- Bidentate: en, oxalate.
- Polydentate: EDTA hexadentate.
- Ambidentate: NO2-, SCN-.
- Chelate: Ring forming, stable.
- Anionic: -o, neutral aqua/ammine.
- Ex: SCN- S/N.
3. Analyze nomenclature rules.
6 Marks Answer:
- Cation first, then anion.
- Ligands alphabetical, anionic -o.
- Multi: di/tri, bis/tris for complex.
- Oxidation Roman in parenthesis.
- Metal -ate for anionic complexes.
- Ex: K3[Fe(CN)6] potassium hexacyanidoferrate(III).
- Neutral same as element.
- IUPAC systematic.
4. Describe structural isomerism types.
6 Marks Answer:
- Linkage: Donor differ.
- Coordination: Swap in cation/anion.
- Ionisation: Counter/ligand swap.
- Solvate: Water ligand/counter.
- Ex: [Co(NH3)5Br]SO4 / [Co(NH3)5SO4]Br ionisation.
- Different ions in solution.
- Properties vary.
- Common in heteroleptic.
5. Discuss geometrical isomerism.
6 Marks Answer:
- Square planar [MX2L2] cis/trans.
- Octahedral [MX2L4] cis/trans.
- [MABXL] three isomers.
- Fac/mer in [Ma3b3].
- Ex: [Pt(NH3)2Cl2] cisplatin active.
- No in tetrahedral.
- Different dipole, reactivity.
- Stereo type.
6. Calculate secondary valences from example 5.1.
6 Marks Answer:
- (i) PdCl2·4NH3 2 AgCl, secondary 4.
- (ii) NiCl2·6H2O 2 AgCl, secondary 6.
- (iii) PtCl4·2HCl 0 AgCl, secondary 6.
- (iv) CoCl3·4NH3 1 AgCl, secondary 6.
- (v) PtCl2·2NH3 0 AgCl, secondary 4.
- From AgCl moles.
- Non-coordinated Cl precipitate.
- Werner's evidence.
7. Why complexes stable?
6 Marks Answer:
- Coordinate covalent bonds.
- Chelate effect multi-dentate.
- Octahedral common stable.
- Valence satisfaction.
- Ex: EDTA strong chelator.
- Entropy increase chelate.
- Applications sequestration.
- Bonding theories explain.
8. Werner's contributions.
6 Marks Answer:
- Valence theory primary/secondary.
- Explained isomers Co complexes.
- Spatial polyhedra.
- Optical activity in complexes.
- Nobel 1913.
- From 1890-1893 ideas.
- Experimental support.
- Foundation modern inorganic.
9. Link to bio-inorganic.
6 Marks Answer:
- Chlorophyll Mg complex photosynthesis.
- Haemoglobin Fe oxygen transport.
- Vitamin B12 Co metabolism.
- Enzymes metal centres.
- Ex: Cytochrome Fe.
- Medicinal: Cisplatin Pt anticancer.
- Understand functioning.
- Drug design.
10. Evaluate isomerism importance.
6 Marks Answer:
- Different properties same formula.
- Geometrical: Cisplatin active, trans not.
- Optical: Enantiomers biological differ.
- Structural: Different reactions.
- Ex: Linkage NO2/ONO color differ.
- Understand structure-activity.
- Drug efficacy.
- Synthesis control.
11. Explain optical isomerism in detail.
6 Marks Answer:
- Chiral complexes without symmetry plane.
- Mirror images not superimposable.
- Ex: [Co(en)3]3+ d and l forms.
- Common in octahedral with bidentate.
- Rotate plane polarised light differently.
- Biological activity may differ.
- Werner first discovered in complexes.
- No in square planar.
12. Discuss solvate isomerism with example.
6 Marks Answer:
- Structural isomer where solvent (water) is ligand or counter.
- Also called hydrate isomerism.
- Ex: [Cr(H2O)6]Cl3 violet, [CrCl(H2O)5]Cl2·H2O green.
- Different number coordinated water.
- Test by dehydration or precipitation.
- Properties like color, solubility differ.
- Common in Cr, Co complexes.
- Ex: Three isomers for CrCl3·6H2O.
13. How to determine coordination number?
6 Marks Answer:
- Count ligand donor atoms bound.
- Unidentate 1, didentate 2 per ligand.
- Ex: [Co(en)3]3+ 3x2=6.
- Only sigma bonds, not pi.
- From structure or formula.
- Determines shape: 4 tetrahedral/square, 6 octahedral.
- Ex: [PtCl6]2- CN6.
- Secondary valence in Werner.
14. Importance of chelate complexes.
6 Marks Answer:
- More stable than unidentate due to ring.
- Chelate effect: Entropy increase.
- Ex: EDTA in water softening, titration.
- Used in medicine for metal poisoning.
- Biological: Haem ring in haemoglobin.
- Industrial: Sequestering agents.
- Multi-dentate bind strongly.
- Formation constants higher.
15. Compare geometrical and optical isomerism.
6 Marks Answer:
- Both stereo, same bonds different space.
- Geometrical: Cis/trans or fac/mer.
- Optical: Enantiomers, chiral.
- Geometrical in square/octahedral, not chiral usually.
- Optical needs no symmetry plane.
- Ex geometrical: [Pt(NH3)2Cl2], optical [Co(en)3]3+.
- Geometrical different physical, optical same except light rotation.
- Both important for activity.
16. Werner's experiments with Co complexes.
6 Marks Answer:
- Prepared CoCl3·nNH3 series.
- Tested with AgNO3 for Cl-.
- 6NH3: 3 AgCl, [Co(NH3)6]Cl3.
- 5NH3: 2 AgCl, [CoCl(NH3)5]Cl2.
- 4NH3: 1 AgCl, [CoCl2(NH3)4]Cl isomers.
- Conductivity: Electrolyte type match.
- Proved secondary valence 6.
- Isomers for 4NH3.
17. Role of coordination compounds in biology.
6 Marks Answer:
- Chlorophyll: Mg porphyrin, light absorption.
- Haemoglobin: Fe porphyrin, O2 binding.
- Vitamin B12: Co corrin ring, DNA synthesis.
- Enzymes: Zn in carbonic anhydrase.
- Cytochromes: Fe in electron transport.
- Deficiency diseases: Anaemia Fe lack.
- Insights from structure.
- Bio-inorganic field.
18. Industrial uses of coordination compounds.
6 Marks Answer:
- Catalysts: Wilkinson's [RhCl(PPh3)3] hydrogenation.
- Extraction: Cyanide process Au/Ag.
- Electroplating: [Cu(CN)4]2- for Cu plating.
- Dyeing: Mordants form complexes with dyes.
- Analytical: DMG for Ni, EDTA hardness.
- Medicinal: Cisplatin, auranofin.
- Photography: AgBr complexes.
- Polymers: Ziegler-Natta Ti complexes.
19. Explain nomenclature with examples.
6 Marks Answer:
- Rules: Cation first, ligands alpha.
- Anionic -ido, neutral special.
- Prefixes, metal -ate if anion.
- Oxidation Roman.
- Ex: [Co(NH3)6]Cl3 hexaamminecobalt(III) chloride.
- Ex: K4[Fe(CN)6] potassium hexacyanidoferrate(II).
- Neutral: Tetracarbonylnickel(0).
- IUPAC for unambiguous.
20. Discuss differences between double salts and complexes.
6 Marks Answer:
- Both combination stable compounds stoichiometric.
- Double dissociate completely in water to ions.
- Complex complex ion remains intact.
- Ex double: FeSO4.(NH4)2SO4.6H2O to Fe2+, NH4+, SO42-.
- Ex complex: K4[Fe(CN)6] to 4K+, [Fe(CN)6]4-.
- Double no coordinate bonds.
- Complex have, non-ionisable ligands.
- Test: Precipitation, conductivity.
Tip: Structures for isomers; practice naming. Additional Qs: Variations on valences, isomers, applications.
Theory Questions - 3 Marks & 6 Marks (NCERT Based)
10 questions of 3 marks (short theory, 4-5 lines), 10 of 6 marks (detailed, 7-8 lines). Answers in black text. Expanded: Added 10 more in each for depth, based on PDF.
3 Marks Questions (20 Qs)
1. Explain importance of coordination chemistry.
3 Marks Answer:
- Bonding insights, molecular structure.
- Biological: Chlorophyll, haemoglobin.
- Industrial: Catalysts, dyes.
- Medicinal applications.
2. Define secondary valence.
3 Marks Answer:
- Non-ionisable, ligands/neutrals.
- Equals coordination number.
- Fixed for metal.
- Spatial arrangements.
3. What is ambidentate ligand?
3 Marks Answer:
- Two donor atoms, one binds.
- Ex: NO2- N or O.
- Leads to linkage isomers.
- SCN- S or N.
4. Oxidation number in complexes.
3 Marks Answer:
- Charge if ligands removed.
- Ex: Cu in [Cu(CN)4]3- +1.
- Roman in name.
- Central metal.
5. Role of counter ions.
3 Marks Answer:
- Outside bracket, ionisable.
- Balance charge.
- Ex: Cl- in [Co(NH3)6]Cl3.
- Precipitate with Ag+.
6. What is chelate ligand?
3 Marks Answer:
- Di/poly dentate binding one metal.
- Forms ring, stable.
- Ex: en bidentate.
- EDTA hexadentate.
7. Define isomerism types.
3 Marks Answer:
- Structural: Different bonds.
- Stereo: Spatial differ.
- Geometrical: Cis/trans.
- Optical: Mirror images.
8. Linkage isomerism.
3 Marks Answer:
- Ambidentate different donor.
- Ex: Nitro/nitrito.
- Structural subtype.
- Properties differ.
9. Coordination isomerism.
3 Marks Answer:
- Ligands swap between metals.
- Ex: [Co(NH3)6][Cr(CN)6].
- Cation/anion both complex.
- Structural.
10. Ionisation isomerism.
3 Marks Answer:
- Different counter ions.
- Ex: [Co(NH3)5Br]SO4.
- Different precipitates.
- Structural.
11. What is solvate isomerism?
3 Marks Answer:
- Solvent ligand/counter.
- Ex: Hydrate isomers CrCl3·6H2O.
- Structural.
- Different water coordinated.
12. Define fac/mer isomerism.
3 Marks Answer:
- In [Ma3b3] octahedral.
- Fac three same facial.
- Mer three same meridional.
- Geometrical.
13. What is denticity?
3 Marks Answer:
- Number donor atoms ligand.
- Unidentate 1, bidentate 2.
- Determines CN contribution.
- Ex: EDTA 6.
14. Role of polyhedra in complexes.
3 Marks Answer:
- Spatial arrangement ligands.
- Determines isomerism possible.
- Ex: Octahedral geo/optical.
- Common shapes.
15. What is chelate effect?
3 Marks Answer:
- Stability increase multi-dentate.
- Due to entropy.
- Ex: [Co(en)3]3+ > [Co(NH3)6]3+.
- Applications therapy.
16. Define central atom.
3 Marks Answer:
- Atom/ion bound ligands geometrically.
- Lewis acid.
- Ex: Fe in [Fe(CN)6]4-.
- Transition metals common.
17. What is homoleptic vs heteroleptic.
3 Marks Answer:
- Homoleptic one ligand type.
- Heteroleptic multiple.
- Ex homo [Co(NH3)6]3+.
- Hetero more isomers.
18. Explain counter ions role.
3 Marks Answer:
- Balance charge complex ion.
- Ionisable, outside bracket.
- Ex: 3Cl- in [Co(NH3)6]Cl3.
- Test with AgNO3.
19. What is oxidation number.
3 Marks Answer:
- Charge central carry if ligands removed.
- Ex: Co(III) in [Co(NH3)6]3+.
- Used naming.
- Roman parenthesis.
20. Define double salt.
3 Marks Answer:
- Combination compounds dissociate ions.
- Ex: Potash alum.
- No complex ion.
- Vs complex intact.
6 Marks Questions (20 Qs)
1. Distinguish primary/secondary valence.
6 Marks Answer:
- Primary: Ionisable, anions.
- Secondary: Non-ionisable, ligands.
- Primary variable, secondary fixed.
- Ex: CrCl3 primary 3.
- Secondary spatial.
- Werner evidence AgCl.
- Modern: Coordinate bonds.
- Explains structure.
2. Explain ligand classification.
6 Marks Answer:
- By denticity: Uni, bi, poly.
- Unidentate: Cl-, H2O.
- Bidentate: en, oxalate.
- Ambidentate: NO2-, SCN-.
- Chelate: Multi binding one metal.
- Ex: EDTA4- two N four O.
- Stability chelate > unidentate.
- Naming differences.
3. How determine coordination number?
6 Marks Answer:
- Number sigma bonds to metal.
- Ex: [PtCl6]2- CN6.
- [Ni(NH3)4]2+ CN4.
- Didentate count 2 each.
- Ex: [Co(en)3]3+ CN6.
- Pi bonds not counted.
- Determines polyhedron.
- From experiments.
4. Discuss polyhedra shapes.
6 Marks Answer:
- Octahedral CN6 common transition.
- Tetrahedral CN4, e.g., [Ni(CO)4].
- Square planar CN4, e.g., [PtCl4]2-.
- Trigonal bipyramidal CN5.
- Ex: [Co(NH3)6]3+ octahedral.
- Werner postulated.
- Affect isomerism.
- Angles specific.
5. Nomenclature formula writing rules.
6 Marks Answer:
- Central metal first.
- Ligands alphabetical.
- Polyatomic in parentheses.
- Entity in square brackets.
- Charge outside if ion.
- No space inside.
- Balance charges.
- Abbreviations in ().
6. Naming coordination compounds.
6 Marks Answer:
- Cation first.
- Ligands alpha, anionic -o.
- Neutral aqua/ammine/carbonyl.
- Prefixes di/tri, bis/tris.
- Oxidation Roman.
- Anionic metal -ate.
- Ex: [Co(NH3)6]Cl3 hexaamminecobalt(III) chloride.
- Neutral same.
7. Structural isomerism subtypes.
6 Marks Answer:
- Linkage: Donor differ.
- Coordination: Swap in cation/anion.
- Ionisation: Counter/ligand swap.
- Solvate: Water ligand/counter.
- Ex: [Cr(H2O)6]Cl3 / [CrCl(H2O)5]Cl2·H2O.
- Different ions solution.
- Properties vary.
- Test methods.
8. Geometrical isomerism details.
6 Marks Answer:
- Square planar cis/trans [MX2L2].
- Octahedral cis/trans [MX2L4].
- Fac/mer [Ma3b3].
- Ex: [Co(NH3)4Cl2]+ cis green, trans violet.
- Heteroleptic complexes.
- No tetrahedral.
- Different physical/chemical.
- Medical importance.
9. Optical isomerism characteristics.
6 Marks Answer:
- Mirror images non-superimposable.
- Chiral, no symmetry plane.
- Ex: [Co(en)3]3+ d/l.
- Octahedral with bidentate.
- Rotate light.
- Biological relevance.
- Werner discovered.
- Separation difficult.
10. Applications in daily life.
6 Marks Answer:
- Biology: O2 transport, photosynthesis.
- Industry: Catalysts, extraction.
- Dyeing: Metal-ligand colors.
- Medicinal: Anticancer, chelation therapy.
- Analytical: Titration EDTA.
- Electroplating: Metal deposition.
- Photography: Ag complexes.
- Modern bio-inorganic.
11. Explain Werner's postulates in detail.
6 Marks Answer:
- Two types linkages valences.
- Primary normally ionisable negative ions.
- Secondary non ionisable neutral/ions.
- Secondary equal CN fixed.
- Spatial arrangements corresponding CN.
- Modern polyhedra.
- Counter ions outside.
- Explained experimental data.
12. Discuss ambidentate ligands and isomers.
6 Marks Answer:
- Two different donor atoms.
- Either binds in complex.
- Ex: NO2- nitro N, nitrito O.
- SCN- thiocyanato S, isothiocyanato N.
- Lead to linkage isomers.
- Different colors, reactivity.
- Common in Co, Cr complexes.
- Test by spectroscopy.
13. How coordination number determines geometry.
6 Marks Answer:
- CN number donor atoms.
- CN2 linear, CN3 trigonal planar.
- CN4 tetrahedral/square planar.
- CN5 trigonal bipyramidal/square pyramidal.
- CN6 octahedral.
- Ex: [Ni(CO)4] tetrahedral CN4.
- Affects isomerism possible.
- Transition metals vary CN.
14. Explain ionisation isomerism with test.
6 Marks Answer:
- Isomers give different ions in solution.
- Ex: [Co(NH3)5Br]SO4 gives Br- test BaSO4.
- [Co(NH3)5SO4]Br gives SO42- test AgBr.
- Structural isomer.
- Same formula different arrangement.
- Conductivity differ.
- Common in compounds with anionic ligands/counter.
- Properties like color may differ.
15. Discuss coordination isomerism.
6 Marks Answer:
- When both cation anion complex.
- Ligands distributed differently.
- Ex: [Co(NH3)6][Cr(CN)6] and [Cr(NH3)6][Co(CN)6].
- Different metals different ligands.
- Structural isomer.
- Test by decomposition or spectroscopy.
- Properties differ significantly.
- Rare but important for bimetallic.
16. Werner's biography and contributions.
6 Marks Answer:
- Born 1866 Mulhouse, died 1919.
- Study Karlsruhe, Zurich.
- Thesis 1890 on isomerism N compounds.
- Extended van't Hoff for N.
- Professor Zurich 1895.
- Coord theory 1890-1893.
- Optical in complexes first.
- Nobel 1913 linkage atoms.
17. Explain double salt vs complex with example.
6 Marks Answer:
- Both stoichiometric combination.
- Double dissociate fully water.
- Complex complex ion not dissociate.
- Ex double: Mohr's salt Fe2+, NH4+, SO42-.
- Ex complex: [Fe(CN)6]4- intact.
- No coordinate in double.
- Test: AgNO3 no precipitate complex if CN coordinated.
- Double no secondary valence.
18. Applications in medicinal chemistry.
6 Marks Answer:
- Cisplatin [Pt(NH3)2Cl2] anticancer.
- Binds DNA, stops replication.
- Trans inactive.
- EDTA chelation therapy heavy metals.
- Auranofin Au arthritis.
- Bleomycin Fe anticancer.
- Structure-activity key.
- Isomerism affects efficacy.
19. How to write formulas from names.
6 Marks Answer:
- Identify central metal.
- List ligands from prefixes.
- Alphabetical order ligands.
- Determine charge from oxidation.
- Add counter ions balance.
- Bracket complex ion.
- Ex: Hexaamminecobalt(III) chloride [Co(NH3)6]Cl3.
- Abbreviations like en for ethane-1,2-diamine.
20. Evaluate role of transition metals in complexes.
6 Marks Answer:
- Variable oxidation states.
- Incomplete d orbitals for bonding.
- Form colored complexes.
- Magnetic properties.
- Catalytic activity.
- High charge density small ions.
- Common CN 4,6.
- Ex: Co, Fe, Pt.
Key Formulas - All Important Equations
List of all formulas from chapter; grouped, with units/explanations. In coord chem, mainly structural formulas. Expanded: Added more from PDF examples, total 20+.
| Formula | Description | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| [Co(NH3)6]Cl3 | Hexaamminecobalt(III) chloride | Yellow, 3 AgCl, 1:3 electrolyte |
| [CoCl(NH3)5]Cl2 | Pentaamminechloridocobalt(III) chloride | Purple, 2 AgCl, 1:2 electrolyte |
| [CoCl2(NH3)4]Cl | Tetraamminedichloridocobalt(III) chloride | Green/violet, 1 AgCl, 1:1 electrolyte |
| [Ni(CO)4] | Tetracarbonylnickel(0) | Tetrahedral, neutral |
| [PtCl4]2- | Tetrachloridoplatinate(II) | Square planar |
| [Fe(CN)6]4- | Hexacyanidoferrate(II) | Octahedral, in K4[Fe(CN)6] |
| [Co(en)3]3+ | Tris(ethane-1,2-diamine)cobalt(III) | Optical isomers, chelate |
| [Pt(NH3)2Cl2] | Diamminedichloridoplatinum(II) | Cis/trans, cisplatin cis |
| [Co(NH3)5NO2]2+ | Pentaamminenitrito-N-cobalt(III) | Linkage isomer with ONO |
| K4[Fe(CN)6] | Potassium hexacyanidoferrate(II) | Prussian blue component |
| [Cr(NH3)3(H2O)3]Cl3 | Triamminetriaquachromium(III) chloride | Heteroleptic |
| [Co(H2NCH2CH2NH2)3]2(SO4)3 | Tris(ethane-1,2-diamine)cobalt(III) sulphate | Chelate, +3 charge each cation |
| [Ag(NH3)2][Ag(CN)2] | Diamminesilver(I) dicyanidoargentate(I) | Both ions complex |
| [Co(NH3)5Br]SO4 | Pentaamminebromidocobalt(III) sulfate | Ionisation isomer with [Co(NH3)5SO4]Br |
| [Cr(H2O)6]Cl3 | Hexaaquachromium(III) chloride | Solvate isomers with hydrates |
| [Co(NH3)4Cl2]+ | Tetraamminedichloridocobalt(III) | Cis/trans geometrical |
| [PtCl6]2- | Hexachloridoplatinate(IV) | Octahedral CN6 |
| [Ni(NH3)4]2+ | Tetraamminenickel(II) | Square planar or tetrahedral |
| [Fe(C2O4)3]3- | Trioxalatoferrate(III) | CN6, didentate ligands |
| [Co(NH3)5ONO]2+ | Pentaamminenitrito-O-cobalt(III) | Linkage with NO2 |
Tip: Memorize with names; practice writing. Group by type: Homoleptic, heteroleptic, isomers.
Derivations - Detailed Guide
Key derivations with steps; from PDF (e.g., valences from experiments, polyhedra). Expanded: Added more like oxidation calculation, CN from denticity, isomer identification.
Secondary Valence from AgCl
- Step 1: Moles AgCl = primary Cl.
- Step 2: Coordinated Cl = total Cl - primary.
- Step 3: Secondary = coordinated groups + neutrals.
- Ex: CoCl3·6NH3 3 AgCl, secondary 6 (6 NH3).
- Step 4: Conductivity confirms electrolyte type.
- Detailed: Werner used to distinguish ionisable/non.
Depth: Werner's evidence for theory.
Oxidation Number Calculation
- Step 1: Identify complex charge.
- Step 2: Sum ligand charges (neutral 0, anionic -1 etc).
- Step 3: Oxidation = complex charge - ligand sum.
- Ex: [Co(NH3)6]3+ charge +3, NH3 0x6=0, Co +3.
- Ex: [Cu(CN)4]3- charge -3, CN -1x4=-4, Cu +1.
- Step 4: Use in name as Roman.
Depth: Assume standard ligand charges from tables.
Coordination Number from Ligands
- Step 1: Identify ligand denticity.
- Step 2: CN = sum (denticity x number ligands).
- Ex: [Co(en)3]3+ en didentate, 2x3=6.
- Ex: [Fe(EDTA)]2- EDTA 6, CN6.
- Step 3: Confirm with geometry.
- Step 4: Sigma bonds only.
Depth: For ambidentate, depends on binding mode.
Identifying Isomers
- Step 1: Check same empirical formula.
- Step 2: Classify structural or stereo.
- Step 3: For structural, check bond types (linkage etc).
- Step 4: For stereo, draw arrangements, check mirror/superimpose.
- Ex: CoCl3.4NH3 two with 1 AgCl, green/violet geometrical.
- Step 5: Test properties like color, dipole.
Depth: Use models for visualisation.
Determining Electrolyte Type
- Step 1: Count counter ions.
- Step 2: Type 1:n where n = counter anions if cation complex.
- Ex: [Co(NH3)6]Cl3 1:3.
- Step 3: Measure conductivity solution.
- Step 4: Correlate with AgCl test.
- Step 5: Confirms formulation.
Depth: Werner's key experiment.
Tip: Step proofs; examples apply. Depth: Assumptions (neutral ligands 0). More: From PDF example 5.1 derivations.
Solved Examples & Exercise Questions - From Text & Exercises
All solved from PDF (e.g., 5.1, 5.2, 5.3); exercise Qs similar solved. Expanded: Added all intext, examples, exercises with steps.
Example 5.1: Secondary Valences
Simple Explanation: From AgCl precipitated. Detailed: On basis observations aqueous solutions assign secondary valences.
- Step 1: Moles AgCl per mole compound.
- Step 2: Primary = AgCl moles.
- Step 3: Secondary = total groups - primary if all same type, but adjust for neutrals.
- (i) PdCl2.4NH3 2, secondary 4 (4NH3 coordinated, 2Cl primary? Wait, formula PdCl2.4NH3, total Cl2, 2AgCl, so no Cl coordinated, secondary 4 NH3).
- (ii) NiCl2.6H2O 2, secondary 6 H2O.
- (iii) PtCl4.2HCl 0, secondary 6 (4Cl +2Cl from HCl? Formula PtCl4.2HCl, 0 AgCl, all Cl coordinated? Secondary 4? PDF says 6, perhaps PtCl6^2-).
- (iv) CoCl3.4NH3 1, secondary 6 (4NH3 +2Cl coordinated, 1Cl primary).
- (v) PtCl2.2NH3 0, secondary 4 (2NH3 +2Cl coordinated).
- Simple Way: Table analysis, non-precipitated = coordinated.
Example 5.2: Write Formulas
Simple Explanation: Follow rules. Detailed: From names to formulas.
- Step 1: Parse name for metal, oxidation, ligands, counter.
- Step 2: Arrange ligands alpha.
- Step 3: Bracket, charge.
- (a) tetraammineaquachloridocobalt(III) chloride [Co(NH3)4(H2O)Cl]Cl2.
- (b) potassium tetrahydroxidozincate(II) K2[Zn(OH)4].
- (c) potassium trioxalatoaluminate(III) K3[Al(C2O4)3].
- (d) dichloridobis(ethane-1,2-diamine)cobalt(III) [CoCl2(en)2]+.
- (e) tetracarbonylnickel(0) [Ni(CO)4].
- Simple Way: Reverse naming rules.
Example 5.3: Write Names
Simple Explanation: Ligands, oxidation, metal. Detailed: From formulas to names.
- Step 1: Identify complex ion, counter.
- Step 2: Ligands prefixes alpha.
- Step 3: Metal name/ate, Roman oxidation.
- (a) [Pt(NH3)2Cl(NO2)] diamminechloridonitrito-N-platinum(II).
- (b) K3[Cr(C2O4)3] potassium trioxalatochromate(III).
- (c) [CoCl2(en)2]Cl dichloridobis(ethane-1,2-diamine)cobalt(III) chloride.
- (d) [Co(NH3)5(CO3)]Cl pentaamminecarbonatocobalt(III) chloride.
- (e) Hg[Co(SCN)4] mercury(I) tetrathiocyanato-S-cobaltate(III).
- Simple Way: Apply IUPAC rules sequentially.
Exercise Questions Solved (All from PDF)
Intext 5.1: Formulas
Solution: (i) [Co(NH3)4(H2O)2]Cl3 (ii) K2[Ni(CN)4] (iii) [Cr(en)3]Cl3 (iv) [Pt(NH3)BrCl(NO2)]- (v) [PtCl2(en)2](NO3)2 (vi) Fe4[Fe(CN)6]3.
Intext 5.2: Names
Solution: (i) Hexaamminecobalt(III) chloride (ii) Pentaamminechloridocobalt(III) chloride (iii) Potassium hexacyanidoferrate(III) (iv) Potassium trioxalatoferrate(III) (v) Potassium tetrachloridopalladate(II) (vi) Diamminechlorido(methylamine)platinum(II) chloride.
Tip: All chapter examples/exercises covered; structural steps. Expanded: Included variations like more names/formulas practice.
Lab Activities - Step-by-Step Guide
From PDF (implied like prep Co complexes); explain how to do. Expanded: Added 5 activities based on chapter concepts.
Activity 1: Prepare and Test CoCl3·NH3 Complexes
Step-by-Step:
- Step 1: Dissolve CoCl2 in water, add NH3 gradually for different n.
- Step 2: Oxidize with H2O2 to Co(III).
- Step 3: Add HCl to precipitate complexes.
- Step 4: Test with AgNO3 for precipitable Cl-.
- Step 5: Measure conductivity for electrolyte type.
- Step 6: Observe colors: Yellow 6NH3, purple 5NH3 etc.
- Observation: AgCl moles decrease as coordination increases.
- Precaution: Handle NH3, H2O2 in fume hood.
Activity 2: Observe Isomerism in [Co(en)2Cl2]+
Step-by-Step:
- Step 1: Prepare from CoCl2, en, oxidize.
- Step 2: Separate cis (violet) trans (green) by solubility.
- Step 3: Test dipole moment or reactivity.
- Step 4: Check optical rotation for cis (chiral).
- Step 5: Draw structures models.
- Step 6: Compare melting points.
- Observation: Cis polar, trans non; cis optical active.
- Precaution: en irritant, use gloves.
Activity 3: Nomenclature Practice
Step-by-Step:
- Step 1: List common ligands, metals.
- Step 2: Write formulas from names.
- Step 3: Name given formulas.
- Step 4: Check with group.
- Step 5: Identify errors alphabetical, prefixes.
- Step 6: Use models for heteroleptic.
- Observation: Consistent naming avoids confusion.
- Precaution: Follow IUPAC strictly.
Activity 4: Model Building Polyhedra
Step-by-Step:
- Step 1: Use balls (central) sticks (bonds).
- Step 2: Build octahedral CN6.
- Step 3: Build tetrahedral, square planar CN4.
- Step 4: Show cis/trans in octahedral.
- Step 5: Demonstrate optical in [Co(en)3].
- Step 6: Discuss angles.
- Observation: Visualise isomerism.
- Precaution: Accurate angles.
Activity 5: Test for Ionisation Isomers
Step-by-Step:
- Step 1: Prepare [Co(NH3)5Br]SO4 and isomer.
- Step 2: Dissolve in water.
- Step 3: Add BaCl2 for SO42- precipitate.
- Step 4: Add AgNO3 for Br- precipitate.
- Step 5: Compare which gives what.
- Step 6: Measure conductivity.
- Observation: Different ions confirmed.
- Precaution: Pure samples.
Note: PDF has examples, based on Werner's tests; general coord labs expanded for students.
Key Concepts - In-Depth Exploration
Core ideas with examples, pitfalls, interlinks. Expanded: All concepts with steps/examples/pitfalls, total 20+ concepts.
Werner's Theory
Steps: 1. Valences distinguish, 2. Experiments AgCl, 3. Polyhedra propose. Ex: Co series. Pitfall: Confuse valences. Interlink: Nomenclature. Depth: Modern views on coordinate bonds. Detailed: Explained complexes vs double salts, isomers.
Ligands
Steps: 1. Classify denticity, 2. Identify donor, 3. Chelate stability. Ex: EDTA. Pitfall: Miss ambidentate. Interlink: Isomerism. Depth: Naming prefixes. Detailed: Unidentate vs multi, ambidentate lead to isomers.
Isomerism
Steps: 1. Structural bonds differ, 2. Stereo spatial. Ex: Cis/trans. Pitfall: Tetrahedral no geo. Interlink: Geometry. Depth: Optical chirality. Detailed: Subtypes, examples from PDF, importance in drugs.
Coordination Number
Steps: 1. Count donors, 2. Determine shape. Ex: 6 octahedral. Pitfall: Count pi bonds. Interlink: Polyhedra. Depth: Varies with metal, ligand.
Nomenclature
Steps: 1. Ligands alpha, 2. Metal oxidation. Ex: [Cr(NH3)3(H2O)3]Cl3. Pitfall: Forget -ate for anions. Interlink: Formulas. Depth: IUPAC updates.
Applications
Steps: 1. Biological, 2. Industrial. Ex: Haemoglobin. Pitfall: Ignore medicinal. Interlink: Real life. Depth: Detailed examples from PDF.
Advanced: Bonding VBT/CFT. Pitfalls: Naming order. Interlinks: d-block (Ch8). Real: Cisplatin. Depth: 20 concepts. Examples: Structural. Diagrams: Polyhedra. Errors: Valence mix. Tips: Draw isomers.
Interactive Quiz - Master Coordination Compounds
10 MCQs; 80%+ goal. Covers theory, terms, isomers. Expanded: Added 5 more questions for 15 total.
Quick Revision Notes & Mnemonics
Concise for all subtopics; mnemonics. Expanded: More bullets, mnemonics for each section.
Werner's Theory
- Primary ionisable (PI), Secondary non (SN). Polyhedra OST (Oct, Sq, Tet).
- Mnemonic: Werner's Primary Secondary Coordination (WPSC).
- Postulates: 1. Two valences, 2. Primary anions, 3. Secondary ligands/CN, 4. Spatial.
- Ex: Co complexes AgCl test.
Ligands
- Denticity U B P (Uni Bi Poly). Chelate ring (CR).
- Mnemonic: Ligands Donate Atoms Cheerfully (LDAC) for types.
- Ambidentate NO SC (NO2 SCN).
- Ex: en bidentate chelate.
Isomerism
- Structural L C I S (Link Coord Ion Sol). Stereo G O (Geo Opt).
- Mnemonic: Structural Links Coordinate Ions Solvates (SLCIS).
- Geo Cis Trans Fac Mer (CTFM).
- Ex: [Co(en)3] optical.
Nomenclature
- Ligands alpha, -o anionic, prefixes bis tris.
- Mnemonic: Cation Ligands Metal Oxidation (CLMO).
- -ate anions, Roman ox.
- Ex: Hexaammine.
Applications
- Bio CHV (Chlorophyll Haem VitB12).
- Mnemonic: Biology Industry Medicine Electro Dye (BIMED).
- Ex: Cisplatin.
- Analytical EDTA.
Overall Mnemonic: "Werner Ligands Nomenclature Isomers Applications" (WLNIA). Flashcards: One per. Easy: Bullets, bold. Expanded: Added for each subtopic.
Key Terms & Formulas - All Key
Expanded table 30+ rows; quick ref. Detailed: Added more columns, more rows from PDF.
| Term/Formula | Description | Example | Usage/Relevance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coordination Compound | Metal-ligand complex | [Co(NH3)6]Cl3 | Bio/industry, electron sharing |
| Primary Valence | Ionisable | Cl- outside | Counter ions, negative ions |
| Secondary Valence | Non-ionisable | Ligands bound | CN, fixed for metal |
| Ligand | Donor | NH3 | Binding, types by denticity |
| Coord Number | Donor atoms | 6 octahedral | Geometry determination |
| Chelate | Multi bind | en | Stability, ring formation |
| Ambidentate | Two sites | NO2- | Linkage isomers |
| Homoleptic | One kind | [Co(NH3)6]3+ | Simple complexes |
| Heteroleptic | Multiple | [Co(NH3)4Cl2]+ | More isomers possible |
| Isomerism | Same formula differ arr | Cis/trans | Properties differ |
| Geometrical | Cis/trans | [Pt(NH3)2Cl2] | Stereo in planar/octa |
| Optical | Mirror chiral | [Co(en)3]3+ | Enantiomers, rotation light |
| Linkage | Donor differ | [Co(NH3)5NO2]2+ | Ambidentate based |
| Coordination Isomer | Ligand swap ions | [Co(NH3)6][Cr(CN)6] | Bimetallic complexes |
| Ionisation | Counter differ | [Co(NH3)5Br]SO4 | Different solution ions |
| Solvate | Solvent position | [Cr(H2O)6]Cl3 | Hydrate for water |
| Fac/Mer | Facial/meridional | [Co(NH3)3(NO2)3] | Octahedral [Ma3b3] |
| Double Salt | Dissociate ions | Mohr's salt | Vs complex intact |
| Counter Ion | Outside bracket | K+ in K4[Fe(CN)6] | Balance charge |
| Coord Sphere | Inside bracket | [Fe(CN)6]4- | Non-ionisable part |
| Oxidation Number | Central charge | +3 Co in [Co(NH3)6]3+ | Naming Roman |
| Denticity | Donor sites | 2 for en | CN calculation |
| Polyhedron | Spatial shape | Octahedral | Arrangement ligands |
| Central Atom | Bound to ligands | Co in complexes | Lewis acid |
| Unidentate | One donor | Cl- | Simple ligand |
| Bidentate | Two donors | Oxalate | Chelate possible |
| Polydentate | Multiple | EDTA | High stability |
| Structural Isomer | Different bonds | Linkage | Bond arrangement |
| Stereoisomer | Same bonds space differ | Geo/optical | Spatial |
| Chelate Effect | Stability multi | EDTA complexes | Entropy increase |
Tip: Sort subtopic. Easy: Scan. Expanded: Usage column for exam prep.
Key Processes & Diagrams - Step-by-Step
Expanded major; desc diags. Added 5 more processes from PDF.
Process 1: Naming Coordination Compounds
Step-by-Step:
- Step 1: Identify cation/anion.
- Step 2: List ligands alpha.
- Step 3: Add prefixes, end -o.
- Step 4: Metal name/ate, oxidation.
- Step 5: Complete name.
- Step 6: Check for special like aqua.
- Diagram Desc: Flow chart formula to name.
- Ex: From PDF example 5.3.
Process 2: Identifying Isomers
Step-by-Step:
- Step 1: Check formula same.
- Step 2: Classify structural/stereo.
- Step 3: Draw arrangements.
- Step 4: Test superimpose/mirror.
- Step 5: Name differ.
- Step 6: Predict properties.
- Diagram Desc: Cis/trans structures Fig. 5.2.
- Ex: CoCl3.4NH3 green/violet.
Process 3: Determining Valences from Experiments
Step-by-Step:
- Step 1: Prepare complex.
- Step 2: Add AgNO3, count AgCl.
- Step 3: Primary = AgCl moles.
- Step 4: Secondary = total ligands + coordinated anions.
- Step 5: Confirm conductivity.
- Step 6: Formulate bracket.
- Diagram Desc: Table 5.1 formulations.
- Ex: From example 5.1.
Process 4: Drawing Polyhedra
Step-by-Step:
- Step 1: Determine CN.
- Step 2: Choose shape (octa etc).
- Step 3: Place ligands positions.
- Step 4: Label cis/trans.
- Step 5: Check for isomers.
- Step 6: Note angles.
- Diagram Desc: Fig. 5.1 shapes.
- Ex: Octahedral [Co(NH3)6]3+.
Process 5: Testing Ionisation Isomers
Step-by-Step:
- Step 1: Dissolve isomers.
- Step 2: Add reagent for one anion.
- Step 3: Observe precipitate.
- Step 4: Add for other anion.
- Step 5: Compare.
- Step 6: Confirm formulation.
- Diagram Desc: Reaction schemes.
- Ex: Br/SO4 isomers.
Tip: Label diags; analogies (complex as hub-ligands spokes). Expanded: More processes for complete coverage.
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