AIPMT PRELIMS2011Chemistry-Coordination Compounds
AIPMT PRELIMS 2011 Chemistry Isomerism in Coordination Compounds MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
The complexes [Co(NH₃)₆] [Co(CN)₆] are the examples of which type of isomerism?
A
Geometrical isomerism
B
Linkage isomerism
C
Ionization isomerism
D
Coordination isomerism
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
Coordination isomerism occurs when the composition of the coordination sphere of a complex changes. In this case, the ligands are exchanged between the two metal centers.
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