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What is isomerism?
Compounds with identical chemical formulae but different properties and atom arrangement
What are the two primary types of isomerism?
Structural Isomerism and Stereoisomerism
Who coined the term 'isomer'?
Jacob Berzelius
What is another name for structural isomerism?
Constitutional isomerism
How are different structural isomers named?
They may or may not contain the same functional group.
Explore the concept of isomerism, which involves chemical compounds with identical formulas but different properties and atom arrangements. Learn about the types and examples of isomerism in this detailed explanation.
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