The number of possible isomers for [Pt(py) (NH₃) BrCl] is ____ (py is pyridine) · ABC26IN0647
Subject: Inorganic Chemistry · Chapter: Coordination Chemistry · Topic: Coordination Compounds – General · Exam: JAM 2005-2022 · Marks: 2 · Difficulty: Medium
The number of possible isomers for $\left[\mathrm{Pt}(\mathrm{py})\left(\mathrm{NH}_{3}\right) \mathrm{BrCl}\right]$ is ____ (py is pyridine)
Answer
Answer (as printed): 3
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Explanation
Answer: 3 — A square-planar Mabcd complex has 3 geometrical isomers (each ligand trans to one of the other three).