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Why is geometrical isomerism not possible in tetrahedral complexes having two different types of unidentate ligands coordinated with central metal ion ? .

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To answer the question of why geometrical isomerism is not possible in tetrahedral complexes with two different types of unidentate ligands coordinated to a central metal ion, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Tetrahedral Geometry**: - Tetrahedral complexes have a central metal ion surrounded by four ligands arranged at the corners of a tetrahedron. The bond angles in a tetrahedral complex are approximately 109.5 degrees. 2. **Definition of Unidentate Ligands**: ...
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