Q. How many isomers are possible in $\lbrack Co(en)_{2}{Cl}_{2}\rbrack$?

A) 2
B) 4
C) 6
D) 1
Explanation

(b)
In $\lbrack Co(en)_{2}{Cl}_{2}\rbrack$, four isomers are possible, two geometrical isomers and two optical isomers.
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Now, cis-isomer also show optical isomerism. Cis isomer exists in enantiomeric form as it is unsymmetrical.
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Dr. Abubacker
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