Chapter MS, Problem 21PQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The geometry of $\text{Pt}{\left({\text{NH}}_{\text{3}}\right)}_{\text{2}}{\text{Cl}}_{\text{2}}$ responsible for existence of its two different isomeric forms has to be determined.

Concept Introduction:

Coordination number is number of ligands that are linked to central metal atom. It is used to predict the geometries of various coordination compounds. The most common coordination numbers are four and six. The molecular geometry that corresponds to coordination number four is either tetrahedral or square planar. The molecular geometry that corresponds to coordination number six is octahedral.