Which type of isomerism is most common among ethers ?

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Metamerism

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Solution

The correct option is B Metamerism
Ethers show metamerism. Metamerism arises when a polyvalent functional. group (e.g., - O - ) C = O etc., is attached to different alkyl groups but the molecular formula remain same. e.g.,
$C_{2} H_{5} - O - C_{2} H_{5}$ and $C H_{3} - O - C_{3} H_{7}$

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