How Many Stereoisomers Are There for the Square Planar Compound

question 138

Multiple Choice

How many stereoisomers are there for the square planar compound Pt(NH₃) ₂Cl₂, which is a potent anticancer agent?

• A)0
• B)1
• C)2
• D)3
• E)4

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