Changes in the coordination sphere of a complex compound may lead to changes in ________.
A)color
B)physical properties
C)chemical properties
D)stability
E)all of the above

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Changes in the coordination sphere of a complex compound may lead to changes in all of the given options (color, physical properties, chemical properties, stability). For example, a change in ligands or oxidation state of the central metal ion can lead to a change in the color of the complex, alteration in its chemical reactivity, and stability. A change in the steric bulk of the ligands can also affect the physical properties of the complex, such as solubility, melting point, and boiling point. Therefore, all of the given options are affected by changes in the coordination sphere of a complex compound.

Changes in the Coordination Sphere of a Complex Compound May