8.6.1 - Structural Isomerism
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What is the definition of structural isomerism?
💡 Hint: Think of molecules having the same formula but different shapes.
Provide an example of chain isomerism.
💡 Hint: Look for molecules with the same number of carbon atoms but different arrangements.
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What is structural isomerism?
💡 Hint: Focus on how structure relates to the same formula.
Is metamerism a type of structural isomerism?
💡 Hint: Remember, it’s about different groups attached.
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Draw all structural isomers of C4H10 and discuss their differences in boiling points.
💡 Hint: Consider how branching might affect the boiling point due to surface area.
Consider a molecule C5H12 and identify all possible position isomers when a functional group is introduced at different positions.
💡 Hint: Think about how each position alters the compound's properties such as solubility and reactivity.
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