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For the given complex [CoCl2(en)(NH3)2]+, the number of geometrical isomers and the number of optical isomers respectively are:

A
2, 2
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2, 0
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2, 4
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0, 2
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Solution

The correct option is A 2, 2
The complex is of the form [M(AA)X2Y2], so it will show cis and trans isomers. Out of these cis isomer is optically active and shows d and l.

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