While Group 1 metal cations generally coordinate weakly to most ligands, they do form stable complexes with size selective macrocyclic ligands.

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Group 1 metal cations are typically small and highly charged, making them difficult to coordinate with larger ligands. However, they can form stable complexes with size selective macrocyclic ligands such as crown ethers and cryptands.

While Group 1 Metal Cations Generally Coordinate Weakly to Most