9.3.3 - Isomerism
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Define isomerism.
💡 Hint: Think about compounds that share a formula.
What are structural isomers?
💡 Hint: Focus on the way atoms are linked.
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What is isomerism?
💡 Hint: Consider the essence of how isomers function.
True or False: Structural isomers can have similar physical properties.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how structure affects physical characteristics.
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You have a compound with the formula C4H8. List all possible structural isomers and categorize each by type.
💡 Hint: Draw the structures out to visualize the differences.
Explain how the boiling points of cis- and trans- isomers can differ, using 2-butene as an example.
💡 Hint: Consider how molecular geometry affects interactions.
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