Question

The complex [(Pt(Py)(NH₃)BrCl] will have how many geometrical isomers?

Options

• 3

• 4

• 0

• 2

Answer 1

3

Explanation:

The complex [(Pt(Py)(NH₃)BrCl)] has 3 geometrical isomers because of the following:

1. Cis-trans isomerism between Br and Cl (adjacent or opposite).
2. Py and NH₃ can switch positions, adding another isomer.