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The number of geometric isomers that can exist for square planar [Pt(Cl)(py)(NH3)(NH2OH)]+ is:

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2
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3
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4
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6
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Solution

The correct option is C 3
[Pt(Cl)(py)(NH3)(NH2OH)]+ is square planar complex. The structure is formed by fixing a group and then arranging all the groups.

Hence, this complex shows three geometrical isomers.

The correct answer is option B.

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