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Ethylene diaminetetraacetate (EDTA) ion is

Updated On: May 5, 2024
  • Tridentate ligand with three “N” donor atoms

  • Hexadentate ligand with four “O” and two “N” donor atoms

  • Unidentate ligand

  • Bidentate ligand with two “N” donor atoms

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The Correct Option is B

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The correct answer is option (B) : Hexadentate ligand with four “O” and two “N” donor atoms

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Coordination Compounds

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