Formation of a complex species of Mⁿ⁺ metal ion with ligands often ________. A)"masks" original chemical properties of both the Mⁿ⁺ ion and the ligands B)reduces availability of the free Mⁿ⁺ions in solution C)may cause changes in the ease with which Mⁿ⁺ is reduced or oxidized D)alters original physical properties of Mⁿ⁺ E)all of the above

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Complex formation with ligands can "mask" the original chemical properties of both the metal ion and the ligands, reduce availability of free ions in solution, cause changes in the ease of oxidation or reduction, and alter the original physical properties of the metal ion. Therefore, all of the above options are correct.

Formation of a Complex Species of Mn+ Metal Ion with Ligands

Formation of a Complex Species of Mⁿ⁺ Metal Ion with Ligands