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[Co(NH(3))Cl (en)(2)]^(2+) shows two geo...

`[Co(NH_(3))Cl (en)_(2)]^(2+)` shows two geometrical isomers cis and trans . Which of the following statement is correct ?

A

trans-isomer will show optical isomerism .

B

cis-isomer will show optical isomerism .

C

Both trans and cis-isomers will show optical isomerism .

D

Neither cis nor trans-isomer will show optical isomerism .

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The correct Answer is:
B

Trans-`[Co(NH_(3))Cl(en)_(2)]^(2+)` has a plane of symmetry and hence it is optically inactive .
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