Which of the following ligands can act as an ambidentate ligand?
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- \( H_2O \)
- \( en \)
- \( NO_2^- \)
- \( NH_3 \)
The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
Ambidentate ligands can coordinate through two different donor atoms. Step 2: Why is \( NO_2^- \) ambidentate?
- It can bind via Nitrogen (\( NO_2^- \) as Nitro) or Oxygen (\( ONO^- \) as Nitrito).
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