MHT CET202520 Apr 2025Morning ShiftChemistryCoordination CompoundsActual
Identify the ligands presence in cisplatin
Options
- ACl ⁻ and CN ⁻
- BNH ₃ and Cl ⁻
- CNH ₃ and H ₂ O
- DCl ⁻ and H ₂ O
Correct answer
B. NH ₃ and Cl ⁻
Step-by-step solution
The molecular formula of cisplatin is Pt(NH₃)₂Cl₂ , where platinum serves as the central metal atom coordinated by ligands. The ligands directly bonded to platinum are two ammonia molecules ( NH₃ ) and two chloride ions ( Cl^- ). Among the given choices, only option B correctly identifies NH₃ and Cl ⁻ as the ligands present. Final Answer: B