F. Metal Tris Chelates Containing Ligands that can have λ / δ Ligand Twists
2. The Λ-λλλ and Δ-δδδ Enantiomers of [Co(H2NCH2CH2NH2)3]3+

The Top Molecule is the Λ-λλλ -Isomer
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Prove to yourself that the other two chelate rings have a λ configuration by moving the molecule with your mouse
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The Bottom Molecule is the Δ-δδδ-Isomer
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Prove to yourself that the other two chelate rings have a δ configuration by moving the molecule with your mouse
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Resources developed by Marion E. Cass, Carleton College and updated in 2014. Computations and content done in consultation with Henry S. Rzepa, Imperial College, London