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`[Co(NH_(3))_(4)Cl_(2)]^(+)` exhibits

A

Geometrical isomerism

B

Optical isomerism

C

Linkage isomerism

D

Ionisation isomerism

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To solve the question regarding the isomerism exhibited by the complex `[Co(NH₃)₄Cl₂]⁺`, we will analyze the types of isomerism that can occur in coordination compounds. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Coordination Number and Geometry**: - The complex `[Co(NH₃)₄Cl₂]⁺` has a cobalt (Co) central metal atom coordinated to four ammonia (NH₃) ligands and two chloride (Cl) ligands. - The coordination number is 6 (4 from NH₃ and 2 from Cl), which typically leads to an octahedral geometry. **Hint**: Remember that the coordination number helps determine the geometry of the complex. 2. **Determine Possible Isomerism**: - In octahedral complexes, two main types of isomerism can occur: **geometrical isomerism** and **optical isomerism**. **Hint**: Geometrical isomerism arises from different arrangements of ligands around the central atom. 3. **Geometrical Isomerism**: - In this complex, we can have two types of geometrical isomers: **cis** and **trans**. - **Cis Isomer**: The two chloride ligands are adjacent to each other. - **Trans Isomer**: The two chloride ligands are opposite each other. **Hint**: Visualize the arrangement of ligands in the octahedral structure to identify cis and trans configurations. 4. **Optical Isomerism**: - Optical isomerism occurs when a molecule lacks a plane of symmetry and can exist as non-superimposable mirror images (enantiomers). - In the case of `[Co(NH₃)₄Cl₂]⁺`, the presence of two identical ligands (NH₃) and two identical ligands (Cl) means that there is a plane of symmetry in both the cis and trans forms. - Therefore, this complex does not exhibit optical isomerism. **Hint**: Check for planes of symmetry to determine if optical isomerism is possible. 5. **Linkage Isomerism**: - Linkage isomerism occurs when a ligand can bind to the metal in more than one way (e.g., nitrito can bind through nitrogen or oxygen). - In this complex, both NH₃ and Cl are monodentate ligands, meaning they can only bind through one atom. Thus, linkage isomerism does not apply here. **Hint**: Identify the nature of the ligands to determine if linkage isomerism is relevant. 6. **Ionization Isomerism**: - Ionization isomerism occurs when the composition of the ions in solution differs. - Since the complex `[Co(NH₃)₄Cl₂]⁺` does not dissociate into different ions in solution, this type of isomerism is not applicable. **Hint**: Consider the dissociation of the complex in solution to evaluate ionization isomerism. ### Conclusion: The complex `[Co(NH₃)₄Cl₂]⁺` exhibits **geometrical isomerism** (cis and trans forms) but does not exhibit optical isomerism, linkage isomerism, or ionization isomerism.

To solve the question regarding the isomerism exhibited by the complex `[Co(NH₃)₄Cl₂]⁺`, we will analyze the types of isomerism that can occur in coordination compounds. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Coordination Number and Geometry**: - The complex `[Co(NH₃)₄Cl₂]⁺` has a cobalt (Co) central metal atom coordinated to four ammonia (NH₃) ligands and two chloride (Cl) ligands. - The coordination number is 6 (4 from NH₃ and 2 from Cl), which typically leads to an octahedral geometry. ...
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  • [Co(NH_(3))_(4)Cl_(2)]Cl exhibits

    A
    Optical isomerism
    B
    ionisation isomerism
    C
    linkage isomerism
    D
    geometrical isomerism
  • [Co(NH_(3))_(4)Cl_(2)]Cl exhibits

    A
    Ionisation isomerism
    B
    Linkage isomerism
    C
    Geometrical isomerism
    D
    Optical isomerism
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    A
    Ionization isomerism
    B
    Linkage isomerism
    C
    Geometrical isomerism
    D
    Optical isomerism
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