IB skill practice

Analyse bonding in complex ions and transition metal species

Paper 1, Paper 2 5 marks Difficulty 4

Coordinate bond donor role

A ligand in a Auckland HL chemistry tutorial bonds to a transition-metal ion by donating a lone pair. Name the bond type being represented. Use the labelled diagram or spectrum before giving the answer. Enter the answer and choose the interpretation that matches the HL chemistry evidence.

Worked practice: chemistry evidence and answer

Use the chemical evidence first, then enter the result and interpretation that match it.