Select the correct IUPAC name for the neutral complex . — Coordination Compounds Chemistry Question

💡 Solution & Explanation

For the neutral complex $[Pt(NH_3)_2Cl_4]$, there are no counter ions to name first. The ligands are named in alphabetical order: 'ammine' before 'chlorido'. There are two $NH_3$ (diammine) and four $Cl$ (tetrachlorido). The metal is platinum (no '-ate' suffix for neutral complexes). The oxidation state of Pt is $x + 2(0) + 4(-1) = 0 \Rightarrow x = +4$. The name is Diamminetetrachloridoplatinum(IV).