Geometrical isomerism is a type of isomerism in which the molecular structure has the same molecular formula but different spatial arrangements of atoms. Th...
Geometrical isomerism is a type of isomerism in which the molecular structure has the same molecular formula but different spatial arrangements of atoms. These isomers have the same connectivity and reactivity, but they can have different physical and chemical properties.
The cis-trans nomenclature is used to describe the arrangement of substituents around a double bond in alkenes. In the cis isomer, the substituents are located on the same side of the double bond, while in the trans isomer, they are located on opposite sides.
The E-Z nomenclature is used to describe the arrangement of substituents around a carbon atom in alkynes and alkanes. In the E isomer, the substituents are located on the same side of the carbon atom, while in the Z isomer, they are located on opposite sides.
These two nomenclatures are used to give a name to each isomer, and they can be used to predict the physical and chemical properties of a molecule