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

Chemistry of transition elements — practice question

When $1.0\,\text{mol dm}^{-3}\;\text{Na}_2\text{S}_2\text{O}_3(aq)$ is mixed with a solution containing $\text{Ag}^+(aq)$ ions, a linear complex, P, is produced. $\text{S}_2\text{O}_3^{2-}$ ions act as monodentate ligands in P.
(a(i))[2]

Define monodentate ligand.

(a(ii))[1]

Give the formula for P, including its charge.

(b(i))[1]

Write an equation for the reaction when $NaCN(aq)$ is added to a solution of P.

(b(ii))[1]

Suggest why the concentration of Q is much higher than the concentration of P in the mixture.

(b(iii))[1]

Name the reaction type in which P changes into Q.

(c(i))[1]

There are just two isomers of the complex $[\text{Pt}((\text{CN})_2)\text{Cl}_2]^{2-}$. Draw the structures of both isomers in the boxes below.

(c(ii))[1]

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

(c(iii))[1]

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

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