- A0
- B2
- C3
- D4
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Correct answer: A
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Identify the coordination number and geometry
The complex is given as , where and are all unidentate ligands.
So, the metal is attached to 4 ligands.
Since the metal involves hybridization, the geometry is tetrahedral.
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Recall geometrical isomerism in tetrahedral complexes
For a tetrahedral complex, all four positions are equivalent due to the symmetric 3D arrangement.
Hence, tetrahedral complexes do not show geometrical isomerism of the cis-trans / fac-mer type.
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Apply to the given complex
The complex is of the type , i.e. four different unidentate ligands around a tetrahedral metal center.
Such a tetrahedral complex can show optical isomerism in some cases, but it does not show geometrical isomerism.
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Therefore
Number of geometrical isomers .
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Option check
- A: ✅
- B: ❌
- C: ❌
- D: ❌
Therefore, the correct answer is A.
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