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Assertion `[M(A A)_(3)]^(n+-)` is optically inactive
Reason Plane of symmetry and center of symmetry are not present .

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If both `(A)` and ` (R )` are correct and `(R )` is the correct explanation of `(A ) ` .

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If both `(A)` and ` (R )` are correct and `(R )` is the correct explanation of `(A ) ` .

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If`(A)` is correct, but `( R )` is incorrect .

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Both `(A)` and `(R ) ` are incorrect .

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To analyze the assertion and reason provided in the question, we will break down the concepts of optical activity, coordination compounds, and symmetry. ### Step 1: Understand the Coordination Compound The coordination compound given is \([M(AA)_{3}]^{n+}\), where \(AA\) is a bidentate ligand. Since there are three bidentate ligands, the coordination number of the metal \(M\) is 6, which typically forms an octahedral geometry. **Hint:** Remember that the coordination number indicates how many ligand atoms are bonded to the central metal atom. ### Step 2: Draw the Structure In an octahedral complex with three bidentate ligands, the ligands will occupy different positions around the metal center. Each bidentate ligand connects to the metal at two points. **Hint:** Visualize the octahedral structure by placing the metal atom at the center and arranging the ligands around it. ### Step 3: Analyze Optical Activity For a compound to be optically active, it must not have a plane of symmetry or a center of symmetry. If we draw the mirror image of the compound, we need to check if the two structures are superimposable. **Hint:** Consider how the arrangement of ligands affects the symmetry of the molecule. ### Step 4: Check for Symmetry In this case, if we draw the mirror image of the octahedral complex, we will find that the arrangement of the bidentate ligands leads to non-superimposable mirror images. This means that the compound does not possess a plane of symmetry or a center of symmetry. **Hint:** Non-superimposable mirror images indicate optical activity. ### Step 5: Conclusion on Assertion and Reason The assertion states that \([M(AA)_{3}]^{n+}\) is optically inactive, which is incorrect because we found it to be optically active. The reason states that there is no plane of symmetry or center of symmetry, which is correct. **Final Conclusion:** - The assertion is **false**. - The reason is **true**. ### Final Answer: Assertion is wrong, but the reason is correct.

To analyze the assertion and reason provided in the question, we will break down the concepts of optical activity, coordination compounds, and symmetry. ### Step 1: Understand the Coordination Compound The coordination compound given is \([M(AA)_{3}]^{n+}\), where \(AA\) is a bidentate ligand. Since there are three bidentate ligands, the coordination number of the metal \(M\) is 6, which typically forms an octahedral geometry. **Hint:** Remember that the coordination number indicates how many ligand atoms are bonded to the central metal atom. ### Step 2: Draw the Structure ...
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