ZIMSEC A-Level Chemistry
6.4.1.2Complex formation
Complex formation in ZIMSEC A-Level Chemistry: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives
What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.
- 6.4.1.2.1Explain the formation of complexes in terms of coordinate bonds.
- 6.4.1.2.2Describe the shapes of four-fold and six-fold complexes and the types of isomerism complexes may show.
- 6.4.1.2.3Explain ligand exchange in terms of competing equilibria and stability constants.
- 6.4.1.2.4Explain redox reactions of complexes in terms of E⦵ values and interpret the effect of ligand exchange on E⦵ values.
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Complex ions, ligands and ligand exchange
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Stability constants of complex ions
40 min
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Stereoisomerism in transition element complexes
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