Question:

Which one of the following is expected to exhibit optical isomerism? (en = ethylenediamine)

Updated On: Jun 9, 2024
  • $Cis-[R(NH_3)_2Cl_2]$
  • $Trans - [Co(en)_2Cl_2]^+$
  • $Trans-[R(NH_3)_2Cl_2]$
  • $Cis-[Co(en)_2Cl_2]^+$
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

$Cis- [Co(en)_2 Cl_2 ]^+$ is able to show the phenomenon of optical isomerism because it can form a superimposable mirror image.
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Concepts Used:

Coordination Compounds

A coordination compound holds a central metal atom or ion surrounded by various oppositely charged ions or neutral molecules. These molecules or ions are re-bonded to the metal atom or ion by a coordinate bond.

Coordination entity:

A coordination entity composes of a central metal atom or ion bonded to a fixed number of ions or molecules.

Ligands:

A molecule, ion, or group which is bonded to the metal atom or ion in a complex or coordination compound by a coordinate bond is commonly called a ligand. It may be either neutral, positively, or negatively charged.