Stability constant

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-011260",
  "term": "Stability constant",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An equilibrium constant that quantifies the strength of the interaction between a metal ion and a ligand to form a coordination complex in solution. A higher stability constant indicates a more stable complex. These constants are typically expressed as association constants (Kf or β) and are measured under specific ionic strength and temperature conditions.",
  "subject": "Inorganic Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "dissociation",
    "equilibrium constant",
    "formation constant",
    "stable"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1997, 69, 1251. 'Glossary of terms used in bioinorganic chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1997)' on page 1298 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199769061251)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/stability-constant/"
}