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The compound [PtCl₂(NH₃)₂] also known as cis-platin, is used in chemotherapy. It also demonstrates…
The compound $[\text{PtCl}_2(\text{NH}_3)_2]$ also known as cis-platin, is used in chemotherapy. It also demonstrates how coordination geometry impacts medical science.
(a) Write its IUPAC name and the type of isomerism it exhibits.
(b) What is the geometry of the compound?
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Official answer key| IUPAC name | diamminedichloridoplatinum(II) |
| Formula | [PtCl2(NH3)2] |
| Shape | square planar |
| Isomerism | geometrical: 2, optical: no |
(a) IUPAC name: diamminedichloridoplatinum(II). It shows geometrical isomerism (cis and trans forms).
(b) Geometry: square planar.