Q3-6a.

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How many isomers are there with the following descriptions?

(a) Alcohols with the formula C3H8O

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(a)


1Isomerism

Isomerism constitutes an important property in chemistry. The atoms are linked differently in molecules like butane and isobutane, termed constitutional isomers.

2Isomers of alcohol with the formula C 3 H 8 O


(a)The isomers of the alcohol with the formula C3H8O are propan-1-ol and propan-2-ol. The structure of the isomers is shown below: 

          Isomers of the alcohol with the formula C3H8