1. forming a complex chemical compound by combining with another substance
Usage: chemistry

1. relating to or involved in the formation of chemical complexes
Usage: chemistry

Examples

• The metal ion is complexing with the organic ligand.
• EDTA is effective at complexing calcium ions in hard water.
• The complexing agent binds tightly to heavy metals.
• Scientists studied the complexing behavior of the new compound.
• The complexing reaction occurs rapidly at room temperature.
• This complexing process removes toxic metals from the solution.