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The number of possible isomers of an octahedral complex [Co(C2O4)2 (NH3)2]– is [AIIMS2006]

A.1

B.2

C.3✓ Correct

D.4

Explanation

Isomerism, the existence of molecules that have the same numbers of the same kinds of atoms (and hence,the same formula) but differ in chemical and physical properties. Isomers are molecules that have the same molecular formula, but have a different arrangement of the atoms in space. 2 4 2 3 2 [Co(C O ) (NH ) ]has three possible isomers shown in figure:

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