Chemistry-Isomerism in Complexes
NEET Chemistry Isomerism in Complexes MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 12
Consider an octahedral complex [Co(NH3)3(NO2)3]. If the three NO2 ligands are positioned such that they occupy adjacent corners of an octahedral face, which isomer is formed?
A
Facial (fac) isomer
B
Meridional (mer) isomer
C
Linkage isomer
D
Optical isomer
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The facial (fac) isomer occurs when three identical ligands occupy adjacent positions at the corners of an octahedral face, as mentioned in the NCERT context.
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