What is the meaning of chelate?

noun

  • A heterocyclic compound having a metal ion attached by coordinate bonds to at least two nonmetal ions.

verb

  • Form a chelate, in chemistry.

adjective

  • Relating to or characterized by chelation.
  • Having or resembling chelae or claws. .
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