- A
- B
- C
- D
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Correct answer: D
- Identify the geometry of each complex
For isomerism in coordination compounds, geometry is crucial.
- : Pt(II) is typically square planar.
- : six-coordinate Ni(II), so typically octahedral.
- : three bidentate ligands around Ni(II), hence octahedral.
- : Ni(II) with coordination number ; for such a complex, Ni(II) is generally tetrahedral.
- Check isomerism for each option
A.
This is a square planar complex of type .
Such complexes show geometrical isomerism:
- cis-
- trans-
So, A shows isomerism.
B.
This is octahedral of type .
Such complexes show geometrical isomerism:
- cis form
- trans form
So, B shows isomerism.
C.
This is octahedral with three bidentate ligands.
Complexes of type show optical isomerism:
So, C shows isomerism.
D.
Ni(II) with coordination number is expected to be tetrahedral.
A tetrahedral complex of type does not show geometrical isomerism, because all four positions are equivalent in a tetrahedron. It also does not show optical isomerism here.
So, D is not expected to show isomerism.
- Final conclusion
The complex which is not expected to show isomerism is:
- Comparison with stored correct answer
Stored correct answer: D
My derived answer: D
So they agree.
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