EasyChemistryC.N., O.N. , types of ligands
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An ambidentate ligand is one which –
A
is linked to the metal atom at two points
B
has two donor atoms but only one of them has the capacity to form a coordinate bond
C
Has two donor atoms but either of the two can form a co-ordinate bond
D
forms chelate rings
Explanation
Ambidentate ligands can coordinate through either of two donor atoms.
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