Why is isomerism possible?
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Correct answer: The same molecular formula can have different arrangement of atoms
Isomerism is the existence of different compounds that have the same molecular formula but different structural arrangements of atoms. Because carbon is tetravalent and can form chains, branches, and different bonding patterns, the same numbers of carbon and hydrogen atoms may be connected in more than one way. These structures have different properties. The other choices deny bonding or incorrectly claim that all formulae must differ.
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The same molecular formula can have different arrangement of atoms
Why is this the correct answer?
Isomerism is the existence of different compounds that have the same molecular formula but different structural arrangements of atoms. Because carbon is tetravalent and can form chains, branches, and different bonding patterns, the same numbers of carbon and hydrogen atoms may be connected in more than one way. These structures have different properties. The other choices deny bonding or incorrectly claim that all formulae must differ.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Science question. Chapter: Chemical Substances – Nature and Behaviour. Topic: Carbon and its Compounds.
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