Chapter FIve Concepts Flashcards
1
Q
Which isomer has the same molecular formula but different constitutions?
A
Constitutional isomers
2
Q
Which isomer has the same molecular formula and constitution but different spatial arrangement of atoms? Give an example
A
Stereoisomers isomers. An example can be seen in Cis and Trans molecular structures.
3
Q
What do we call it when the mirror image is the same as the actual object?
A
Superimposable
4
Q
What is it called when a compound or atom can change the plane of light? And what is it called when it cannot?
A
When a compound can change the plane of light, it’s called optically active. When it cannot, it is called optically inactive.
5
Q
What is it called when compounds contain 2 adjacent carbon double bonds?
A
Allenes
