CHEMISTRY
JAMB 2000 - Question 17
Chemistry 2000 JAMB Past Questions - Question 17: Water molecules can be liganas especially when they are bonded to
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Correct Answer
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Explanation
other molecules or ions. This bonding can occur through hydrogen bonds, which are relatively weak compared to covalent or ionic bonds, but still play a crucial role in the structure and properties of many substances. When water molecules are bonded to other molecules or ions, they can act as ligands, forming coordination complexes with metal ions or participating in other types of chemical interactions.

