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Which of the following complexes is used to be as an anticancer agent? - Chemistry (Theory)

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Question

Which of the following complexes is used to be as an anticancer agent?

Options

  • [mer-[Co(NH3)3Cl3]

  • cis-[PtCl2(NH3)2]

  • cis-K2[PtCl2Br2]

  • Na2CoCl4

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Solution

cis-[PtCl2(NH3)2]

Explanation:

The complex used as an anticancer agent is cis-[PtCl2(NH3)2], also known as cisplatin. It is a platinum-based drug that binds to DNA and prevents its replication, leading to cancer cell death. The other complexes listed are not used in cancer treatment.

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Chapter 9: Coordination Compounds - OBJECTIVE (MULTIPLE CHOICE) TYPE QUESTIONS [Page 550]

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Nootan Chemistry Part 1 and 2 [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 9 Coordination Compounds
OBJECTIVE (MULTIPLE CHOICE) TYPE QUESTIONS | Q 55. | Page 550
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