Bond lengths

[Michaela Evans 1A]

How do coordination compound bond length compare to covalent bond lengths, and which is general more stable?

[AnikaC 3F]

I believe coordinate covalent bonds have a longer length then normal covalent bonds

[Joseph Dekel 1F]

In coordination compounds, the bond lengths are often longer than typical covalent bonds, as these bonds usually involve the donation of a pair of electrons from a ligand to a metal ion. This results in a different type of electron sharing compared to the direct sharing in covalent bonds. Regarding stability, it varies significantly based on the specific compounds. Coordination compounds can be very stable, particularly with chelating ligands that form multiple bonds to the metal, enhancing stability. However, some covalent bonds, especially those involving small, highly electronegative atoms, can also be extremely stable. Thus, the overall stability depends more on the specific elements and structures involved rather than on a general comparison between coordination and covalent compounds.