metal complex

A form of coordination compound — Any of a class of compounds in which a central metal atom (normally a transition element) is surrounded by a group of ions or molecules (ligands).

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Meanings

nounmetal complex (plural metal complexes)

plural metal complexes

  1. alternativeAlternative form of coordination compound.

Synonyms & antonyms

Also see
coordination compound
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