n. 1 a molecule as an antibody or hormone or drug that binds to a receptor; 2 a molecule or ion or atom that is bonded to the central metal atom of a coordination compound
The size of a ligand is indicated by its cone angle.
The size of a ligand is indicated by its cone angle.
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Hydroxide can function as a base and as a ligand.
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2 syllables
li-gand
wigand
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