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Complex X of composition Cr(H 2 O) 6 Cl n has a spin only magnetic moment of 3.83 BM. It reacts with AgNO 3 and shows geometrical isomerism.
The IUPAC nomenclature of X is
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
This compound can be identified and named as follows
Cr(H 2 O) 6 Cl n
As ( 
) spin = 3.8 B. M. = 
On solving n = 3
Oxidation No. of Cr = +3
As compound also shows Geometrical isomerism so it will be [Cr (H 2 O) 4 C1 2 ] Cl. 2H 2 O
It is named as 
Tetraaquadichloridochromium(III)chloride dihydrate
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