Which of the following ligands is considered bidentate ?
I. H₂O
II. oxalate, C₂O₄^{2 -}
III. ethylenediamine, H₂NCH₂CH₂NH₂

Question

Which of the following ligands is considered bidentate ? I. H₂O II. oxalate, C₂O₄^{2 -} III. ethylenediamine, H₂NCH₂CH₂NH₂

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Bidentate ligands can bind to a central atom at two points. Oxalate (II) and ethylenediamine (III) are examples of bidentate ligands, as oxalate can coordinate through its two oxygen atoms and ethylenediamine through its two nitrogen atoms.

Which of the Following Ligands Is Considered Bidentate