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The total number of stereoisomers of the octahedral ion (en = symmetrical bidentate) is

  1. A4
  2. B5
  3. C3
  4. D6

Answer: A

This is . With the two trans, the two must also be trans (1 achiral). With the pair cis there are two arrangements: trans to en N, which is achiral, or the two cis, which is chiral (2 enantiomers). Total .
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