Which of the following ligand is called chelating ligand ?
A
Ethane − 1, 2 diamine
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B
Oxalate
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C
Glycinate
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D
All are chelating ligands
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Solution
The correct option is B All are chelating ligands Chelating ligands are the ligand which form a ring around the central metal ion. Ethane-1,2-diamine, oxalate, glycinate all forms a ring around the central metal ion. Thus all are chelating ligands.