The total number of stereoisomers for the complex [ Cr ( ox ) 2 ClBr ] 3 – (where ox = oxalate) is

The total number of stereoisomers for the complex [Cr(ox)2ClBr]3 (where ox = oxalate) is
  1. 3
  2. 2
  3. 4
  4. 1

Solution

The complex [Cr(ox)2ClBr]3 exhibits two geometrical isomers. Among these isomers Cis-isomer is optically active.  Hence, the total number of stereoisomers for the given complex is 3.

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