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NEET CHEMISTRYCoordination CompoundsEasy

Question

Ethylene diaminetetraacetate (EDTA) ion is:

A

Bidentate ligand with two "N" donor atoms

B

Tridentate ligand with three "N" donor atoms

C

Hexadentate ligand with four "O" and two "N" donor atoms

D

Unidentate ligand

Step-by-Step Solution

Ethylenediaminetetraacetate (EDTA4EDTA^{4-}) is an important hexadentate ligand. It coordinates to a central metal ion through six donor atoms: two nitrogen atoms and four oxygen atoms .

Exam Context & Concepts Covered

This question aligns with the NEET CHEMISTRY syllabus, specifically targeting concepts from Coordination Compounds. Mastering this topic is crucial for scoring well in the upcoming medical entrance examinations. Solving conceptually related problems will help you understand the nuances of these concepts and improve your problem-solving speed.

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