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What is the term for a ligand that uses two or more donor atoms simultaneously to bind a single metal ion?
ChemistryCoordination CompoundsNEET
Options:
  • A Unidentate
  • B Chelate
  • C Polydentate
  • D Didendate
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Chelate
Chelate ligands use two or more donor atoms simultaneously to bind a single metal ion, forming chelate complexes.

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