The type of bond between copper(II) tetraamine and chlorine in [Cu(NH\(_3\))\(_4\)]Cl\(_2\)

Raphaelle

3 months ago

The correct option is C. ionic.
Explanation
The compound [Cu(NH3) 4]Cl2 is a coordination compound consisting of a complex cation and simple anions.

Structure: The formula is composed of the tetraamminecopper(II) complex ion, and two chloride ions.
Bonding Type: The bond between the positively charged complex cation and the negatively charged chloride anions is an ionic bond (also known as an electrovalent bond). This is due to the electrostatic attraction between the oppositely charged species.

Distinction: While dative (coordinate covalent) bonds exist within the complex ion (between copper and ammonia), the bond specifically linking the "copper(II) tetraamine" unit to "chlorine" is ionic.

Leohh

4 months ago

2025 hmmmm

Sensei

4 days ago

wrong