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A complex of the type `[M(A A)_(2)X_(2)]` is known to the optically active. What does this indicate about the structure of the complex? Give one example of such complex .

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In case the given complex is to be optically active, it must be octahedral in nature. This means that 'A' must be a bidentate ligand. The complex can have the structure `[Pt(en)_(2)Cl_(2)]^(+)`. Only its cis isomer can show optical isomerism.
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