How many of these symmetry elements does this complex have?
E
C 2
? v
? h
i
The answer is 3. Please explain which ones and why. Thank you in advance!!
Cl Bri Co Cl
Solution
E is present because it\'s present in all molecules. It\'s the identity operation.
Sigma(v) is present as a plane passing through F Br and Co in a single plane. So the position of two Cls are interchangable and they are identical.
C2 is present when this axis passes through F Br and Co. When we rotate we get the same complex
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How many of these symmetry elements does this complex have- E C2 -v -h.docx
1. How many of these symmetry elements does this complex have?
E
C 2
? v
? h
i
The answer is 3. Please explain which ones and why. Thank you in advance!!
Cl Bri Co Cl
Solution
E is present because it's present in all molecules. It's the identity operation.
Sigma(v) is present as a plane passing through F Br and Co in a single plane. So the position of
two Cls are interchangable and they are identical.
C2 is present when this axis passes through F Br and Co. When we rotate we get the same
complex
