Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Atoms, molecules and stoichiometry

Atoms, molecules and stoichiometry — practice question

A major reason for the large range of organic compounds is isomerism, which may be structural isomerism or stereoisomerism.
(a(i))[2]

Explain the meaning of structural isomerism.

(a(ii))[2]

Explain the meaning of stereoisomerism.

(b(i))[2]

Pent-1-ene, $\text{CH}_2{=}\text{CH(CH}_2)_2\text{CH}_3$, does not exhibit stereoisomerism. Give two reasons why pent-1-ene does not show stereoisomerism.

(b(ii))[2]

A structural isomer of pent-1-ene is used as the monomer to make a polymer. The repeat unit of this polymer is shown. Draw the displayed formula of the monomer used to make this polymer. Give the name of the monomer.

(b(iii))[2]

A different structural isomer of pent-1-ene shows geometrical isomerism. Draw the structure of one of the two geometrical isomers with the formula $\text{C}_5\text{H}_{10}$. Give the full name of this isomer.

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