Question

What type of isomerism is shown by butane and isobutane?

Answer 1

two molecules, called butane and isobutane, are constitutional isomers. They are different molecules with different chemical and physical properties. Butane has its four carbon atoms bonded in a continuous chain. Isobutane has a branched structure.

Answer 2

Answer:

Butane and isobutane shows chain or nuclear isomers.

Explanation:

• The phenomenon of isomerism occurs when two or more compounds have the same chemical formula but distinct chemical structures. Isomers are chemical compounds with identical chemical formulae but differ in characteristics and atom arrangement in the molecule.
• Chain isomers are two or more compounds that have the same chemical formula but differ in the arrangement of carbon atoms in straight or branched chains.