(a) For the complex [Fe(CN)₆]^3–, write the hybridization type, magnetic character and spin nature of the complex. (At. number : Fe = 26).
(b) Draw one of the geometrical isomers of the complex [Pt(en)₂Cl₂]²⁺ which is optically active.

The electronic configuration of Fe is Ar[18] 4s² 3d⁶
The electronic configuration of Fe³⁺ is Ar[18]3d⁵ 4s⁰

Hybridisation: d₂sp³

Magnetic character: Paramagnetic

Spin nature of complex: Low-spin complex

(b) cis-isomer of [Pt(en)2Cl2]2+ is optically active.

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(a) For the complex [Fe(CN)₆]^3–, write the hybridization type, magnetic character and spin nature of the complex. (At. number : Fe = 26).
(b) Draw one of the geometrical isomers of the complex [Pt(en)₂Cl₂]²⁺ which is optically active.