The possible number of geometrical isomers for the complex [Pt(NH3)(NH2OH)(NO2)(py)]NO2 are:
A
3
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B
4
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C
2
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D
0
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Solution
The correct option is A 3 Square planar complex of the type [MAXBL]n+ (where A, B, X, and L are unidentate ligands) shows two cis and one trans isomer as shown in the image.
[Pt(NH3)(NH2OH)(NO2)(py)]NO2 is a square plannar complex. Thus three geometrical isomer(s) is possible in it.