MCQ
The correct IUPAC name of [Pt(NH3)2Cl2] is:
  • A
    Diamminedichloridoplatinum (II).
  • B
    Diamminedichloridoplatinum (IV).
  • C
    Diamminedichloridoplatinum (0).
  • D
    Dichloridodiammineplatinum (IV).

Answer

  1. Diamminedichloridoplatinum (II).

Explanation:

The complex compound is [Pt(NH3)2Cl2]. NH3 is a neutral ligand and named as amine. Cl is anion ligand and named as chloride. Di or tri is prefixed to represent the number. So the name of the compound is- Diamminedichloridoplatinum (II).

(II) represent the oxidation state of platinum.

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