Coordination CompoundHard
Question
Which of the following complexes show geometrical as well as optical isomerism ?
(1) [Cr(OX)3]3-
(2) [Rh(en)2Cl2]+
(3) [Co(NH3)2(Cl)2(en)]+
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
(1) [Cr(OX)3]3-
(2) [Rh(en)2Cl2]+
(3) [Co(NH3)2(Cl)2(en)]+
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
Options
A.1 only
B.1 and 2 only
C.2 and 3 only
D.All 1, 2, 3
Solution
(A) With symmetrical bidentate ligands. [(Cr(ox)3]3- does no show geometrical isomerism but it can show only optical isomerism.

(B)

(C)

(B)


(C)

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