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Why is geometrical isomerism not possible in tetrahedral complexes having two different types of unidentate ligands coordinated with the central metal ion?
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Options:
  • A because the relative positions of the unidentate ligands attached to the central metal atom are the same with respect to each other.
  • B Tetrahedral complexes cannot exhibit geometric isomerism.
  • C The ligands do not have geometric isomers.
  • D Geometrical isomerism is possible in such complexes.
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The correct answer is: because the relative positions of the unidentate ligands attached to the central metal atom are the same with respect to each other.
Correct Option is : (A)
because the relative positions of the unidentate ligands attached to the central metal atom are the same with respect to each other.

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