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Ch. 6 - Stereoisomerism: Arrangement of Atoms in Space
Mullins - Organic Chemistry: A Learner Centered Approach 1st Edition
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Capitolo 5, Problema 5e

What type of isomerism is indicated by each of the following pairs of molecules? Be as specific as possible.
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Step 1: Observe the chemical structures provided in the image. The first molecule contains an oxygen atom bonded between two ethyl groups, forming an ether (ethyl ether). The second molecule contains a hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to an ethyl chain, forming an alcohol (ethanol).
Step 2: Recall the concept of functional group isomerism. Functional group isomerism occurs when two compounds have the same molecular formula but differ in the functional groups present.
Step 3: Compare the molecular formulas of the two molecules. Both molecules have the same molecular formula, C2H6O, indicating they are isomers.
Step 4: Identify the functional groups. The first molecule has an ether functional group (-O-), while the second molecule has an alcohol functional group (-OH). This difference in functional groups confirms functional group isomerism.
Step 5: Conclude that the type of isomerism indicated by the pair of molecules is functional group isomerism, as they share the same molecular formula but differ in their functional groups.

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Isomerism

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