AIPMT PRELIMS2005Chemistry-Coordination Compounds
AIPMT PRELIMS 2005 Chemistry Isomerism in Coordination Compounds MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Which one of the following is expected to exhibit optical isomerism? (en = ethylenediamine)
A
cis-[Pt (NH₃)₂ Cl₂]
B
trans-[Co (en)₂ Cl₂]
C
trans-[Pt (NH₃)₂ Cl₂]
D
cis-[Co (en)₂ Cl₂]
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
cis-[Co (en)₂ Cl₂] can exhibit optical isomerism due to its chiral nature.
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