What is Coordination chemistry: Definition and 51 Discussions
A coordination complex consists of a central atom or ion, which is usually metallic and is called the coordination centre, and a surrounding array of bound molecules or ions, that are in turn known as ligands or complexing agents. Many metal-containing compounds, especially those of transition metals (d block elements), are coordination complexes.
The Question
a)If manganese reacts with CO and PH3 ligands to form a stable, tricarbonyl 5 coordinate complex, what manganese oxidation state and charge for the complex can be expected? Why?
b)If the complex is diamagnetic how is manganese hybridized and what is the geometry of the complex...