isomers Flashcards
1
Q
define the term structural isomer ?
A
molecules with the same molecular formula but a different structural formula
2
Q
define the term chain isomer ?
A
molecules with the same molecular formula but when the carbon chain is different
3
Q
chain isomers of C4H10
A
butane
methylpropane
4
Q
what is meant by a position isomer ?
A
when the functional groups can be in different positions on the carbon chain resulting in isomers
5
Q
position isomers of C3H7OH
A
propan-1-ol
propan-2-ol
6
Q
what is meant by functional group isomerism ?
A
some compounds with the same molecular formula can contain different functional groups
7
Q
name all the pairs of functional group isomers ?
A
aldehydes and ketones
carboxylic acids and esters
alkenes and cycloalkenes
8
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