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HCN and HNC show which type of isomerism?

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Metamerism
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Functional isomerism
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Chain isomerism
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Position isomerism
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Solution

The correct option is B Functional isomerism
Functional isomerism occurs when substances have the same molecular formula but different functional groups.
HCN contains nitrile functional group and HNC contains isonitrile functional group.

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