Asked in Premeth Test 11 — S and P Block, D Block and Chemical Bonding (13 March 2025) 2025Moderate

NH2 (amine) is an example of:

Correct answer: A. Neutral ligand

  • A. Neutral ligand
  • B. Anionic ligand
  • C. Cationic ligand
  • D. None of the above

Explanation

This is the correct answer. An amine (NH2) is a neutral ligand because it does not carry a net charge. It donates a lone pair of electrons to form coordinate covalent bonds with metal ions

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