Co Ordination Compounds Question 79
Question: Coordination isomerism is caused by the interchange of ligands between the
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Options:
A) Cis and Trans structure
B) Complex cation and complex anion
C) Inner sphere and outer sphere
D) Low oxidation and higher oxidation states
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Coordination isomerism is a type of isomerism in coordination compounds where the distribution of ligands between the complex cation and complex anion is different, while the overall composition remains the same.
Key points:
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This type of isomerism occurs in compounds containing both a complex cation and a complex anion.
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The ligands are exchanged between the cation and anion, resulting in different structures with the same overall formula.
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The oxidation states of the metal ions and the total number of each type of ligand remain constant.
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