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The complex(es) that exhibit(s) optical isomerism is (are)

In this question, we are asked to determine which given complex(es) exhibit optical isomerism. Optical isomerism occurs when a compound can exist in two non-superimposable mirror images, often due to chirality in coordination complexes. Let's analyze each option:

  1. $[Fe(acac)_3]$:
    • This is a tris-bidentate complex, where acac (acetylacetonate) acts as a bidentate ligand.
    • Such complexes can exhibit chirality if they have an asymmetric coordination environment.
    • In this case, $[Fe(acac)_3]$ can form non-superimposable mirror images, and thus, it exhibits optical isomerism.
  2. $cis-[Co(en)_2Cl_2]^+$:
    • The compound contains two ethylenediamine (en) ligands and two chloride ions in a cis arrangement.
    • The presence of chiral centers due to the two bidentate ligands in the cis arrangement causes this to be optically active.
    • Hence, $cis-[Co(en)_2Cl_2]^+$ can exhibit optical isomerism.
  3. $trans-[Co(en)_2Cl_2]^+$:
    • In the trans arrangement, the ligands are symmetrical, creating a plane of symmetry.
    • Because of this symmetry, $trans-[Co(en)_2Cl_2]^+$ does not exhibit optical isomerism.
  4. $[Co(en)_3]^{3+}$:
    • This complex involves three bidentate en ligands forming a symmetrical octahedral complex.
    • All ligands being equal and arranged symmetrically allows this complex to have chirality.
    • Thus, $[Co(en)_3]^{3+}$ shows optical isomerism.

Based on the above analysis, the complexes that exhibit optical isomerism are $[Fe(acac)_3]$, $cis-[Co(en)_2Cl_2]^+$, and $[Co(en)_3]^{3+}$.

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