Question

What is Metamerism ‽​

Answer 1

Metamerism :-

Metamerism is the type of isomerism in which compounds having same molecular formula , same molecular weight , differ in the arrangement of alkyl groups around the polyvalent atom or polyvalent group .

• Monovalent groups and atom do not show metamerism .
• Compounds showing metamerism are called metamers .
• They have different alkyl grouping around polyvalent group or atom .

Answer 2

Metamerism is a condition in which an organism forms or possesses a linear series of body segments.

Each segment is called metamers.

In animals metamerism can be seen in earthworm.