ISOMERS

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What are isomers?

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Isomers are compounds that have the same molecular formula but different structural formulas or arrangements of atoms.

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What is the difference between structural isomers and stereoisomers?

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Structural isomers differ in the connectivity of their atoms, while stereoisomers have the same connectivity but differ in the spatial arrangement of atoms.

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Give an example of structural isomers.

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1-bromopropane and 2-bromopropane are examples of structural isomers.

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What is a molecular formula?

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A molecular formula shows the number and types of atoms in a molecule, e.g., C3H8 for propane.

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What is a structural formula?

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A structural formula represents the arrangement of atoms in a molecule, showing how they are bonded.

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What are the properties of structural isomers?

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Structural isomers have the same molecular formula but different physical and chemical properties.

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What is an example of a pair of isomers?

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CH3COCH3 (acetone) and CH3CH2CHO (propionaldehyde) are isomers.

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What does it mean for compounds to be isomers?

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It means they have the same molecular formula but different structures.

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What is the significance of isomers in chemistry?

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Isomers can have vastly different properties and reactivities, making them important in chemical reactions and applications.

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What is the structural isomer of pentane?

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2-methyl butane is a structural isomer of pentane.