noun
coordinate bond; dative bond
Chemistry term for a covalent bond where both electrons come from the same atom. Also called a dative bond.
アンモニアと水素イオンの間には配位結合が形成される。
A coordinate bond is formed between ammonia and a hydrogen ion.
Compound of 配位 (coordination) and 結合 (bond), reflecting the concept of a bond formed by donation of an electron pair from a ligand to a central atom.