Science, Tech, Math › Science Coordination Compound Definition Definition of Coordination Compound Share Flipboard Email Print Hemoglobin is an example of a coordination compound. Zephyris/Wikimedia Commons/CC SA 3.0 Science Chemistry Chemical Laws Basics Molecules Periodic Table Projects & Experiments Scientific Method Biochemistry Physical Chemistry Medical Chemistry Chemistry in Everyday Life Famous Chemists Activities for Kids Abbreviations & Acronyms Biology Physics Geology Astronomy Weather & Climate by Anne Marie Helmenstine, Ph.D. Dr. Helmenstine holds a Ph.D. in biomedical sciences and is a science writer, educator, and consultant. She has taught science courses at the high school, college, and graduate levels. Updated March 08, 2017 Coordination Compound Definition: A compound containing one or more coordinate bonds, which is a link between a pair of electrons in which both electrons are donated by one of the atoms. Coordination Compound Examples: Most metal complexes or compounds except for alloys. Specific examples include hemoglobin and Ru3(CO)12. Continue Reading