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The type of isomerism shown by the complex [CoCl2(en)2]+ is:

A

Geometrical isomerism

B

Coordination isomerism

C

Ionization isomerism

D

Linkage isomerism

Step-by-Step Solution

The complex ion [CoCl2(en)2]+[CoCl_2(en)_2]^+ represents an octahedral complex of the type [M(AA)2a2][M(AA)_2a_2], where 'AA' is the symmetrical bidentate ligand ethane-1,2-diamine (enen) and 'a' is the monodentate ligand chloride (ClCl^-).

This specific type of complex exhibits Geometrical Isomerism consisting of two isomers :

  1. Cis-isomer: The two chloride ions occupy adjacent positions (90°) relative to each other.
  2. Trans-isomer: The two chloride ions occupy positions opposite to each other (180°).

Analysis of other options:

  • Linkage isomerism requires ambidentate ligands (like NO2NO_2 or SCNSCN), which are not present here .
  • Coordination isomerism occurs when both the cation and anion are complex ions, which is not the case .
  • Ionization isomerism would require the exchange of a ligand with a counter ion outside the coordination sphere. Since only the complex ion is specified without a specific counter ion capable of exchange, this is not the primary isomerism defined for the ion itself .

Therefore, Geometrical isomerism is the correct answer.

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