Which of the following are structural isomers?
I.coordination isomers
II.linkage isomers
III.geometric isomers
IV.optical isomers

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Structural isomers have the same molecular formula but different connectivity of their atoms. Coordination isomers and linkage isomers fit this definition. Coordination isomers occur when the composition of the coordination complex changes between the ligand and the metal center, while linkage isomers have the same formula but differ in the connectivity of a ligand to the metal. Geometric and optical isomers, on the other hand, involve different spatial arrangements of the same atoms and are thus not considered structural isomers.

Which of the Following Are Structural Isomers