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Question
Indicate the type of isomerism exhibited by the following complex and draw the structure for the isomer:
K[Cr(H2O)2(C2O4)2]
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Solution
Both geometrical (cis, trans) and optical isomers for cis are possible.
(a) Geometrical isomers (cis-trans):
(b) Optical isomers of cis (d and l):
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