Question

explain isomerism. state any four characteristics of isomers.

Answer 1

the existence of two or more different organic compounds having same molecular formula but different structure is called isomerism.
Characteristics :
1. they possess different physical properties.
2. they have different chemical property
3.they show similar properties when they contain same functional group.
4. They have same molecular formula but different structural formula.
5. 2 isomers have different Boiling point
6. They have same atomic weight and same number of atoms

Answer 2

Isomers are the hydrocarbons which have same molecular formula but different structural formula