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Number of possible isomers for the complex [Co(en2)Cl2]Cl will be (en: ethylenediamine) is:

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3
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4
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2
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1
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Solution

The correct option is A 3
Number of possible isomers for the complex [Co(en)2Cl2]Cl will be (en=ethylenediamine) 3. There are two geometrical isomers cis and trans. The trans isomer is optically inactive whereas the cis form exists in d and l forms.
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