Which type of isomerism is exhibited by acetic acid and methy formate?
A
Functional isomerism
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B
Chain isomerism
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C
Geometrical isomerism
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D
Optical isomerism
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Solution
The correct option is D Functional isomerism Isomerism exhibited by acetic acid and methyl formate is functional group isomerism. One isomer is a carboxylic acid and the other isomer is an ester.