The complex, [Pt(Py)(NH3)BrCl] will have how many geometrical isomers?
3
4
2
2
Correct answer: 3
Solution
The complex [Pt(Py)(NH3)BrCl] is a square planar complex. It can have three geometrical isomers: cis-Py, NH3; cis-Br, Cl; and trans-Py, NH3. This is due to the different possible arrangements of ligands around the platinum center.