WJ Bond Theory

Isomers

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Given the following structures, which of the theories would predict that Co(H2O)4(NO2)2Cl would have isomers?

Werner

Jørgensen

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This is correct. The Werner structure could have NO2 groups across from or next to each other. The Jørgensen structure could have NO2 bonded either by the N (NO2) or by the O (ONO).

As you can see, we both predict that this compound would have isomers. Try another compound--maybe it will show a difference between the two theories.

Remember that my structures show stereoisomerism. I think some coordination compounds have isomers because groups can be oriented across from or next to each other.

Think about what you have learned about isomers. What kind of isomers can coordination theory structures form?

As you can see, we both predict that this compound would have isomers. Try another compound--maybe it will show a difference between the two theories.

Remember that my structures show structural isomerism. I think compounds containing the NO2 group will show isomers because the group can bond either through N or O.

Think about what you have learned about isomers. What kind of isomers can chain structures form?