IB skill practice

Analyse complex ion colour and ligand exchange

Paper 1, Paper 2 5 marks Difficulty 5

Reason for colour in complex ions

A complex ion in a organic structure seminar changes colour after ligands are replaced. What is the best electronic explanation? Enter the answer and choose the interpretation that matches the HL chemistry evidence.

Worked practice: chemistry evidence and answer

Use the chemical evidence first, then enter the result and interpretation that match it.