complex ion

complex ion

noun

An ion formed by joining independent molecules or ions to a central metallic atom by coordinate bonds.

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Noun

(plural complex ions)

(chemistry) any ion containing more than one atom. e.g. sulphate as opposed to sulphide
(chemistry) any ion in which a central metal atom (normally a transition element) is surrounded by a group of ions or molecules (ligands). e.g. ferricyanide

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