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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Why are geometrical isomers important in coordination compounds? Do they have any actual significance in our day-to-day lives? The answer to that is a big YES! Let's find out how geometrical isomerism find its application as a life-saving drug in this video! Timestamps: 0:00: Introduction 1:24: What is geometrical isomerism? 2:50: Why are geometrical isomers important in coordination compounds? 3:07: Biological activity of cisplatin vs transplatin 5:12: Differences in the properties of cis-[Co(en)2Cl2]^+ vs trans-[Co(en)2Cl2]^+" 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 Created by Revathi Ramachandran