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What is meant by 'Chelate effect' ? Give an example. |
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Answer» Solution :When a BIDENTATE or a POLYDENTATE attaches itself to a metal ion, the complex formed is much more STABLE compared to when a monodentate attaches itself the metal ion.This is called chelate effect. Example :  Ethylenediamine which is bidentate LIGAND attaches to the metal ion from TWO points as shown and ring is formed which makes the complex stable. |
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