Question

Explain geometrical isomerism

Answer 1

Geometrical Isomer:

• Isomers refer to the compounds that contain the same empirical formula but differ in the structural arrangement of atoms.
• A geometric isomer describes the orientation of a functional group in a compound.
• Generally in a geometric isomer, the atoms are bonded by a double bond that does not rotate but it can also happen because of the ring structure.
• Based on the position of the functional group the isomers are named cis and trans.
• When a similar group is placed at an adjacent position the compound is named with the prefix cis
• When a similar group is placed at the opposite position the compound is named with the prefix trans