Chapter 20.6, Problem 20.8P

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The possible structure of $\text{Cr}{\left(\text{gly}\right)}_{\text{3}}$ has to be drawn by using the given abbreviation of glycinate ligand.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Lewis acid, Lewis base, ligand donor atoms and chelate rings has to be identified in $\text{Cr}{\left(\text{gly}\right)}_{\text{3}}$

Concept Introduction:

Lewis Acid: An electron pair acceptor are called as Lewis acids.

Lewis Base: An electron pair donor are called as Lewis bases.

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The coordination number, coordination geometry and oxidation state of chromium

 in $\text{Cr}{\left(\text{gly}\right)}_{\text{3}}$ complex has to be identified.