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Inorganic Chemistry (PI2.2 Chemistry of the d-block transition metals)

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What is ligand definition?
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A ligand donates a lone pair (it is a Lewis base); describing it as merely "attached" loses the dative-bond detail the mark scheme wants.
What is q1?
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State why Zn2+\text{Zn}^{2+} is colourless whereas Cu2+\text{Cu}^{2+} is coloured. [2 marks]
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Write the formula and state the shape of the complex ion formed when copper(II) ions react with excess chloride ions. [2 marks]

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