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How many isomers are possible in [Cr(en)2Br2]?

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[Cr(en)2Br2] cannot show structural isomerism. Considering stereoisomerism, [Cr(en)2Br2] can show geometrical isomerism. Thus, we have two forms here - cis and trans.
The trans form is optically inactive due to the presence of a plane of symmetry. However, the cis form is optically active. This means that there are a total of 3 isomers.

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