Chapter 15, Problem 8RQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The complex ions; formation constants for $\text{Cu}{\left({\text{NH}}_3\right)}_4{}^{2+}$ on the basis of given formation constants and the effect of large values of formation constant over the equilibrium concentration of $\text{Cu}{\left({\text{NH}}_3\right)}_4{}^{2+}$ and ${\text{Cu}}^{2+}$ is to be stated.

Concept introduction: The bond formed by donation of electrons by one species only is called coordinate bond and the formation of complex ions occur by the formation of coordinate bond between metal ion and the ligands.