Define or explain chain isomerism and position isomerism with an example in each case. [4 MARKS]

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Chain isomerism: 2 Marks
Position isomerism: 2 Marks

Chain isomerism: It is a type of structural isomerism in which molecular formula is the same but the arrangement of the carbon chain is different. For example,

Position isomerism: It is a type of structural isomerism in which molecular formula is the same but the position of the multiple bond or some other functional group is different.
For example,

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