Which of the following will give a pair of enantiomorphs? (en = )
A pair of enantiomorphs (optical isomers) exists for chiral complexes that are non-superimposable on their mirror images. This requires the absence of a plane of symmetry. (A) , an type complex, exhibits geometrical isomerism (cis and trans). Both isomers possess a plane of symmetry and are optically inactive. (B) consists of highly symmetrical type complex ions, neither of which shows optical isomerism. (C) , an type complex, exists in cis and trans forms. The trans-isomer has a plane of symmetry and is optically inactive. The cis-isomer, however, lacks a plane of symmetry and is optically active, existing as a pair of enantiomers (dextro and laevo). (D) contains a square planar cation and an octahedral anion, both of which are highly symmetrical and optically inactive.
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