Introduction for Module 11 – Complex Ions and Combining K

Textbook: Open Stax Chemistry 2e

Suggested Reading: Chapter 15.1-15.3

Learning Objectives:

• Carry out equilibrium computations involving solubility, equilibrium expressions, and solute concentrations
• Write equations for the formation of adducts and complex ions
• Perform equilibrium calculations involving formation constants
• Describe examples of systems involving two (or more) coupled chemical equilibria
• Calculate reactant and product concentrations for coupled equilibrium systems

Captions and Attributions:

• This square planar complex ion is formed from four ammonia ligands attaching to a copper (II) metal center. Diagram of square planar by NCSSM is licensed under CC BY SA NC 4.0
• This octahedral complex ion is formed from six water ligands attaching to a copper (II) metal center. Diagram of octahedral by NCSSM is licensed under CC BY SA NC 4.0