Chapter 23, Problem 23.24QP

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Geometric isomers for ${{\text{[Co(NH}}_{\text{3}}{\text{)}}_{\text{2}}{\text{Cl}}_{\text{4}}\text{]}}^{-}$ has to be drawn.

Concept Introduction:

Geometry of coordination compounds: The study of geometry of the coordination compound helps in understanding the physical and chemical property of the compound.

Stereoisomer: The same molecular formula but different with the arrangements of atoms around the metal ion. The Ligands are arranged differently in coordination compounds.

Geometric isomers: stereoisomers that cannot be interconverted without breaking the chemical bonds.

Optical isomers: Optical isomers are non-superimposable mirror images.

Plane-polarized light: Light that oscillates in a single plane.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Geometric isomers for ${\text{[Co(NH}}_{\text{3}}{\text{)}}_{\text{3}}{\text{Cl}}_{\text{3}}\text{]}$ has to be drawn.

Concept Introduction:

Refer part “(a)”.