It has been shown experimentally that the compound [Co(NH 3 )4Br 2 ] + exists as two

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It has been shown experimentally that the compound [Co(NH3)4Br2]+ exists as two (and only two) isomers.

Assuming that the compound is octahedral, draw the two isomers. Another possible shape of the compound is a trigonal prism arrangement. Show why the existence of only two isomers rules out the trigonal prism shape.

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Chemistry Principles And Practice

ISBN: 9780534420123

3rd Edition

Authors: Daniel L. Reger, Scott R. Goode, David W. Ball

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