Which of the following complexes exhibits geometrical isomerism?

Practice Questions

Q1
Which of the following complexes exhibits geometrical isomerism?
  1. [Co(NH3)3Cl3]
  2. [Ni(CN)4]2-
  3. [CuCl4]2-
  4. [Fe(CO)6]

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which of the following complexes exhibits geometrical isomerism?
  • Step 1: Understand what geometrical isomerism is. It occurs when a compound can have the same formula but different arrangements of atoms in space.
  • Step 2: Identify the complex in the question, which is [Co(NH3)3Cl3].
  • Step 3: Note the ligands in the complex: there are three NH3 (ammonia) ligands and three Cl (chloride) ligands.
  • Step 4: Recognize that geometrical isomerism is possible in square planar complexes when there are different types of ligands.
  • Step 5: Determine the geometry of the complex. [Co(NH3)3Cl3] can adopt a square planar geometry.
  • Step 6: Since there are different ligands (NH3 and Cl), the complex can have different arrangements, leading to geometrical isomers.
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