How many geometrical isomers are possible in the following coordination entities?

Question:

How many geometrical isomers are possible in the following coordination entities?

(i) [Cr(C2O4)3]3− (ii) [Co(NH3)3Cl3]

Solution:

(i) For [Cr(C2O4)3]3−, no geometric isomer is possible as it is a bidentate ligand.

(ii) [Co(NH3)3Cl3]

Two geometrical isomers are possible.

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