Bidentate

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-001211",
  "term": "Bidentate",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Describing a ligand that possesses two donor atoms capable of simultaneously forming coordinate bonds to a single central metal atom or ion. This dual attachment creates a chelate ring structure, which generally enhances the stability of the resulting coordination complex. Examples include ethylenediamine and oxalate, which each have two sites for binding.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2022, 94, 353. 'Glossary of terms used in physical organic chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 2021)' on page 370 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2018-1010)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/bidentate/"
}