Basic Concepts in Organic Chemistry

1. What is Isomerism?

  1. Isomerism is the phenomenon in which two or more compounds have the same molecular formula but different structural or spatial arrangements.
  2. Isomers have distinct physical and chemical properties despite having the same formula.
  3. The main types of isomerism are:
    • Structural Isomerism
    • Stereoisomerism

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