1. to form a chelate compound by bonding a metal ion with a ligand that has two or more binding sites
Usage: chemistry; technical

1. of, relating to, or being a chelate compound in which a metal ion is bonded to a ligand at two or more points
Usage: chemistry; technical

Examples

• EDTA can chelate heavy metals in contaminated water.
• The chelate complex was stable at high temperatures.
• Hemoglobin contains a chelated iron atom at its center.
• Scientists use chelating agents to remove toxic metals from the body.
• The chelate bond forms between the metal and multiple donor atoms.
• Chlorophyll is a chelate compound with magnesium at its core.