JEE Main 2013ChemistryCoordination CompoundsHardMCQ

JEE Main 2013Coordination Compounds Question with Solution

JEE Main 2013 (07 Apr)

Question

Which of the following complex species is not expected to exhibit optical isomerism?

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Correct answer
A Co NH 3 3 Cl 3

Step-by-step explanation

Co NH 3 3 Cl 3

MA 3 B 3 type compounds exhibit facial as well as meridional isomerism. Since both isomers have a plane of symmetry they do not exhibit optical isomerism.

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