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Which phenomenon is not shown by alkenes?


A

Chain isomerism

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Geometrical isomerism

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C

Metamerism

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Position isomerism

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Solution

The correct option is C

Metamerism


Metamerism is a special type of isomerism which is due to the difference in the nature of alkyl groups attached to polyvalent atoms or functional groups. Compounds like ethers,thio-ethers,ketones,secondary amines,etc do not exhibit metamerism.


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