Question
Chemistry Question on Hydrocarbons
Geometrical isomers are differ in
A
Poisition of functional group
B
Position of atoms
C
Spatial arrangement of atoms
D
Length of carbon chain
Answer
Spatial arrangement of atoms
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (C) : Spatial arrangement of atoms
The isomers that differ from one another in terms of their geometry or atoms' spatial arrangement are known as geometric isomers, also known as cis-trans isomers or EZ isomers. Double bonds and ring structures are the two primary sources of geometric isomers. In contrast to limited rotation about the double bond, which emphasises the relative locations of the substituent groups above and below the double bond, the C-C single bond has unrestricted rotation.