Which of the following does not show geometrical isomerism?
A
1,2-dichloro-1-pentene
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B
1,3-dichloro-2-pentene
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C
1,1-dichloro-1-pentene
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D
1,4-dichloro-2-pentene
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Solution
The correct option is C 1,1-dichloro-1-pentene Conditions for geometrical isomers:
1) Free rotation must be restricted.
2) Both the terminals must be attached with different groups.
3) Terminals must not be in perpendicular planes.
a has two different groups attached to the terminal carbon of the double bond so it can show geometrical isomerism
b has two different groups attached to the terminal carbon of the double bond so it can show geometrical isomerism
c has two same groups (Cl) attached to the one of the terminal carbon of the double bond so it can't show geometrical isomerism
d has two different groups attached to the terminal carbon of the both double bond so it can show geometrical isomerism
hence correct option is c.