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Coordination Compounds
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Werner's Theory of Coordination Compounds
PrimaryValenceIonizable
Primary valences are ionizable and satisfied by negative ions.
Terms:
Primary Valence
Ionizable valence of a metal in a coordination compound
NoneSecondaryValenceCoordinationNumber
Secondary valences are non-ionizable and satisfied by neutral molecules or negative ions.
Terms:
Secondary Valence
Non-ionizable valence of a metal in a coordination compound
NoneWerner's theory explains the structure of coordination compounds using primary and secondary valences.
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Understanding the bonding and structure of coordination compounds.
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