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IB DP Chemistry R3.4 L6 | Ligands and Complex Ions: Lewis Bases in Transition-Metal Chemistry | Lesson Walkthrough

Explain ligands and complex ions through electron-pair donation to transition-metal ions.

Compare SN2 and SN1 mechanisms and relate substitution pathways to halogenoalkane structure.

Explain how leaving-group identity affects nucleophilic substitution rates.

Explain reduction of carbonyl compounds and hydrogenation of unsaturated compounds.

Explain how spontaneous redox reactions generate electrical energy in voltaic cells.

Explain reversible redox reactions in rechargeable cells and the limits of rechargeability.

Predict electrode reactions and products during electrolysis of molten salts.

Track organic oxidation from alcohols to carbonyl compounds and carboxylic acids.

Identify oxidation and reduction using electron transfer, oxidation states and redox agents.

Balance redox reactions systematically using oxidation and reduction half-equations.