Which of the Following Complexes Has Optical (Chiral) Isomers

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following complexes has optical (chiral) isomers

• A) [Co(H₂O)₄Br₂]⁺
• B) [Co(en)Cl₄]^-
• C) [Co(en)(H₂O)₄]³⁺
• D) [Co(en)₂Cl₂]⁺
• E) Co(H₂O)₃Cl₃

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