Question

In coordination complex, the negative groups or neutral molecules attached to the central atom is termed as:
a) charge of metal ion
b) ligands
c) coordination number
d) EAN

Answer 1

OPTION ''B''

LIGANDS IS CORRECT..........

Answer 2

B) Ligands.

In coordination complex, the negative groups or neutral molecules attached to the central atom is termed as Ligands.

Ligand is the ion or molecule that binds the central metal atom to form the best coordination complex.

Bonding with the metal generally involves with the formal donation of one or more of the ligand's electron pairs.