Chapter 21, Problem 50RQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The similarity between the ligand rings found in vitamin ${\text{B}}_{12}$ and in heme is to be explained, and the metal that forms a coordinate covalent bond in cobalamin is to be determined.

Concept Information:

Biomolecules are the molecules that are present in living organisms both for plant and animals..

Ligands are the molecules or ions that bond to a metal ion through a coordinate covalent bond.

Coordination number is the number of atoms or ligands that surround the central metal ion.