Multiple choice

If the ligands are present at the same side then, the isomer is called as

  1. ionization isomers

  2. optical isomers

  3. trans isomers

  4. cis isomers
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Explanation

When two identical groups (ligands) occupy adjacent positions, the isomer is called cis. It is not possible for co-ordination number of 2 and 3 and for tetrahedral complexes of co-ordination number 4. It is common in square planar and octahedral complexes. 

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