Statement - I : The geometrical isomers of the complex [M(NH₃)₄Cl₂] are optically inactive
Statement - II : Both geometrical isomers of the complex [M(NH₃)₄Cl₂] possess axis of symmetry

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Both statements I and II are correct

Statement-I is incorrect and statement-II is correct

Both statements I and II are incorrect

Statement-I is correct and statement-II is incorrect

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

For a complex to be optically active, it should not possess either center of symmetry or axis of symmetry or plane of symmetry.
Here, the given complex is an octahedral complex that possesses plane of symmetry as well as axis of symmetry and thus is optically inactive.

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