Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Chemistry of transition elements

Chemistry of transition elements — practice question

If $1.0\,\text{mol dm}^{-3}\;\text{Na}_2\text{S}_2\text{O}_3(aq)$ is introduced into a solution that contains $\text{Ag}^+(aq)$ ions, the linear complex $P$ is produced. In $P$, the $\text{S}_2\text{O}_3^{2-}$ ions act as monodentate ligands.
(a(i))[2]

Define what is meant by monodentate ligand.

(a(ii))[1]

Give the formula for $P$, charge included.

(b(i))[1]

Write an equation for the reaction that happens when $\text{NaCN}(aq)$ is added to a solution of $P$.

(b(ii))[1]

Suggest why the concentration of $Q$ is much greater than that of $P$ in the mixture.

(b(iii))[1]

Name the kind of reaction by which $P$ forms $Q$.

(c(i))[1]

Only two isomers exist for this complex. In the boxes below, draw the structures of both isomers.

(c(ii))[1]

Describe the geometry shown by $[\text{Pt}(\text{CN})_2\text{Cl}_2]^{2-}$.

(c(iii))[1]

Name the kind of stereoisomerism displayed by $[\text{Pt}(\text{CN})_2\text{Cl}_2]^{2-}$.

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