Coordination compounds are those that have a metal ion (mostly a transition metal ion) bonded to anions or neutral molecules by sharing of electrons. In this chapter, we will explore what these compounds are, some important terminologies, and most importantly understand the bonding in these compounds.
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https://www.khanacademy.org/science/class-12-chemistry-india/x6a5fb67b43bb54b9:coordination-compounds A look at Valence Bond Theory (VBT) for coordination number 4 (sp3 vs dps2), using examples. The video also covers VBT's key limitations in predicting magnetic moments and geometry. Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 1:15 VBT Analysis of (Tetrahedral, High Spin) 4:14 VBT Analysis of (Square Planar, Low Spin) 7:25 Food for thought - Tetrahedral/Square Planar vs High/Low spin 8:26 Summary: VBT 9:44 Limitations of VBT Khan Academy India is a nonprofit organization with the mission of providing a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere. We have videos and exercises that have been translated into multiple Indian languages, and 15 million people around the globe learn on Khan Academy every month. Support Us: https://india.khanacademy.org/donate