The number of optical isomers possible for is

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The number of optical isomers possible for  is

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Strategy:
 Assess the symmetry of the tris-bidentate octahedral complex to determine chirality and count optical isomers.

Step 1: Identify the complex geometry
The complex  consists of a central  ion coordinated by three bidentate oxalate () ligands.
This forms a propeller-shaped  pseudo-octahedral geometry.

Step 2: Determine chirality
Molecules of the type  lack any improper axis of rotation (no plane of symmetry, no center of inversion).
Because the complex is completely asymmetric in its mi

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