Chelation (/ kiːˈleɪʃən /) is a type of bonding and sequestration of metal atoms. It involves two or more separate dative covalent bonds between a ligand and a single metal atom, thereby …

Jul 2, 2025 · A chelating agent, therefore, is a molecule engineered or naturally occurring to bind strongly to a metal ion, typically a transition metal or lanthanide/actinide.

Aug 19, 2025 · A chelating agent is a chemical compound capable of forming multiple bonds with a single metal ion, much like a crab’s claw grasps an object. These agents effectively “trap” or …

When both nitrogens coordinate to a metal ion, a stable five-member ring is formed. The word chelating, derived from the Greek chele, “claw,” describes the pincer-like way in which such a …

Dec 12, 2016 · “Chelation therapy uses special medications, called chelating agents, that attach to metals in the body,” explains Matthew D. Krasowski, MD, PhD, chair of the College of …

Chelation is a chemical process where a molecule, known as a chelator, binds to a metal ion through multiple coordination sites, forming a stable, ring-like complex.

Jun 24, 2023 · Chelating agents are chemical compounds that have structures that allow two or more donor atoms (or sites) to bind to the same metal ion at the same time, resulting in the …