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The number of isomers possible for \(\mathrm{[Pt(en)(NO_2)_2]}\) is :

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Pt(II) is square planar and en is a symmetrical bidentate ligand, so there is no geometrical isomerism; count only the linkage isomers from the ambidentate NO2 groups (N-bonded or O-bonded).
Updated On: Nov 5, 2026
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The Correct Option is A

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\(\mathrm{[Pt(en)(NO_2)_2]}\) is square planar (Pt(II), d8). The ligand en is symmetrical bidentate, so cis/trans isomerism is not possible (en spans two cis positions) and there is no optical isomerism.
\(\mathrm{NO_2^-}\) is ambidentate (binds through N as nitro or through O as nitrito), giving linkage isomers:
(i) both through N: \(\mathrm{[Pt(en)(NO_2)_2]}\)
(ii) both through O: \(\mathrm{[Pt(en)(ONO)_2]}\)
(iii) one through N, one through O: \(\mathrm{[Pt(en)(NO_2)(ONO)]}\)
Total isomers = 3.
Answer: (1) 3
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