Inorganic chemistry

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Inorganic Chemistry Challenge

Test your knowledge of inorganic chemistry with our engaging quiz designed for chemistry enthusiasts and students alike! This quiz covers a range of topics including metal coordination, geometry in metal complexes, and the effects of various ligands.

Join fellow chemistry lovers and see how well you understand:

  • Coordination numbers and their significance
  • Geometric arrangements in metal complexes
  • The influence of different metals and ligands
15 Questions4 MinutesCreated by DivingAtom214
What is the higher coordination number ever reported?
9
12
13
15
Which metal has the highest coordination number ever reported?
La
U
Pb
B
What is the most common geometry in metal complexes?
Square planar
Octahedron
Tetragonal
Linear
Which metal(s) can form linear complexes?
Ag(I)
Pd(0)
Cu(I)
Zn(II)
Which metal(s) typically form square planar complexes?
Cu(II)
Pt(II)
Ir(I)
Au(III)
Cu(I)
Ni(II)
What is the bond angle between two ligands in an octahedral complex?
Where comes from the increased stability brought by the chelate ligand in complexes?
Entropy
Entropy + enthalpy
Enthalpy
Lower transition state
What is the consequence(s) of the Jahn Teller effect?
Elongation of axial ligands
Formation of a tetragonal complex
Compression of axial ligands
No effect on geometry
Which metal(s) are closed shell ions?
Cu(I)
Ni(II)
Zn(II)
Rh(III)
For which electronic configuration(s), tetrahedral geometry is more likely to be observed?
D6
D7
D9
D10
Which metal has the smallest ionic radius for high spin octahedral M(II) complex?
Chromium
Iron
Nickel
Zinc
Which metal has the smallest ionic radius for low spin octahedral M(II) complex?
Chromium
Iron
Nickel
Zinc
In octahedral complexes, which electronic configuration will be observed for 2nd and 3rd row transition metals?
Low spin
High spin
Low/high spin depends on ligand
For which metal(s), crystal field effects are really important?
Lu(III)
Fe(II)
Cs(I)
Pb(II)
What is/are the common coordination number(s) observed for La(III)?
6
8
9
12
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