Question

The number of geometrical isomers possible for a square planar complex of the type [Mabcd] ${}^{n\pm }$ is ' $x$ '. The number of geometrical isomers possible for octahedral complex of the type ${\left[M{a}_4{b}_2\right]}^{n\pm }$ is ' $y$ '. Sum of $x$ and $y$ is ________. $(a,b,c,d$ are monodentate ligands)

Answer 1

Answer: 5

The square planar complex [Mabcd] ${}^{n\pm }$ forms three geometric isomers whereas octahedral complex ${\left[M{a}_4{B}_2\right]}^{n\pm }$ forms two geometric isomers.