ligand substitution Flashcards
1
Q
why can ligands be easily substituted?
A
coordinate bonds have similar strength
2
Q
copper ions + low conc of ammonia
A
light blue precipitate
- copper hydroxide
3
Q
copper ions + concentrated ammonia
A
- ppt dissolves
- dark blue solution [Cu(H2O)2(NH3)4]2+
4
Q
copper + conc HCl
A
- yellow solution
- all H2O ligands replaced
5
Q
chromium ions + low conc ammonia
A
grey green precipitate
[Cr(H2O)6]3+
6
Q
chromium ions + concentrated ammonia
A
- purple solution
[Cr(NH3)6]3+
