What Factors Influence the Stability of Complexes?
Several factors influence the stability of metal complexes: - Ligand Type: Strong field ligands, such as carbonyl and phosphine, often form more stable complexes. - Metal Ion: Transition metals, particularly those in the middle of the d-block, tend to form more stable complexes. - Oxidation State: Higher oxidation states generally lead to more stable complexes due to stronger metal-ligand interactions. - Chelate Effect: Ligands that form rings with the metal ion (chelating ligands) usually create more stable complexes due to the entropic advantage.
