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Question
How many optical isomers are possible for [PtCl₂(en)2]^{2+ ?
Explanation
The cis isomer of [PtCl₂(en)2]^{2+ (square planar) is chiral due to two bidentate en ligands, forming 2 optical isomers (d and l). This follows from latest NCERT 2026-27 principle explaining the concept clearly for NEET students in simple steps as per rationalized syllabus.
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