Q.

Statement - I : The co-ordination entity of the type [PtCl2(en)2]+2 shows geometrical isomerism.
Statement - II : Trans isomer of [PtCl2(en)2]+2 shows optical activity.

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a

Both statements I and II are correct

b

Statement-I is incorrect and statement-II is correct

c

Both statements I and II are incorrect

d

Statement-I is correct and statement-II is incorrect

answer is B.

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Only cis-form will have non-superimposable mirror images. Trans isomer is optically inactive as it has mirror plane and hence symmetry.

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Statement - I : The co-ordination entity of the type [PtCl2(en)2]+2 shows geometrical isomerism.Statement - II : Trans isomer of [PtCl2(en)2]+2 shows optical activity.