CHM 1046 Lecture 3 homework

8.13 The compound 1,1,1‐trifluoroacetylacetone (tfa) is a bidentate ligand.OOFFFIt forms a tetrahedral complex with Be2+ and a square planar complex with Cu2+. Draw structures ofthese complex ions and identify the type of isomerism exhibited by these ions.8.14 EDTA is often listed as a preservative ingredient in some foods. Explain how EDTA preventsspoilage.8.15 A concentrated aqueous copper(II) chloride is bright green in color. When diluted with water thesolution becomes light blue. Explain why this is happening.