The method of distinguishing between the stability of a complex ion and its tendency to react in an exchange reaction is known as which of the following?
A) Exchange number
B) Coordination kinetics
C) Reaction rate
D) Kinetic lability
E) Complexation

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The method of distinguishing between the stability of a complex ion and its tendency to react in an exchange reaction is called kinetic lability. It refers to the ease with which ligands can be replaced from the coordination sphere of the complex ion. More kinetically labile complexes readily undergo exchange reactions while less kinetically labile complexes are more stable and do not easily exchange their ligands.

The Method of Distinguishing Between the Stability of a Complex