3.1.4 Structural Isomerism Flashcards
1
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What is structural isomerism?
A
Structural isomers are compounds that have the same molecular formula but different structural formulae
2
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What is chain isomerism?
A
When compounds have the same molecular formula but their longest hydrocarbon chain is not the same
3
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What is Positional Isomerism?
A
Positional isomers are compounds which have the same molecular formula but functional groups are located on different positions
4
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What is functional Group Isomerism?
A
Isomers with the same molecular formula but different functional groups
