Isomerism In Coordination Compounds
Chapter Name : Coordination Compounds |
Sub Topic Code : 102_12_09_04_06 |
Topic Name : Isomerism In Coordination Compounds |
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Sub Topic Name : Solvate Isomerism |
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Introduction
In organic chemistry, cis/trans isomerism (also known as geometric isomerism) is a form of stereoisomerism describing the relative orientation of functional groups within a molecule.
Pre-Requisites:
Isomerism In Coordination Compounds
Activity:
DNA.
Real Life Question:
What are isomers?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Solvate Isomerism | It's when there are two different neutral groups. One attached to the molecule and one not. The isomer will form whenever the two neutral groups switch. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Isomerization | Isomerization is the process by which one molecule is transformed into another molecule which has exactly the same atoms, but the atoms are rearranged. |
Real life uses :
Where the atoms making up the various isomers are joined up in a different order, this is known as structural isomerism.
Places to visit :
Chemistry laboratory.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Propanol | It has the formula C3H8O (or C3H7OH) and occurs as two isomers: propan-1-ol (n-propyl alcohol; I) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol; II) |
What you learn in Theory:
It's when there are two different neutral groups. One attached to the molecule and one not. The isomer will form whenever the two neutral groups switch.
What you learn in Practice:
Solvate isomers differ by whether or not a solvent molecule is directly bonded to the metal ion or merely present as free solvent molecules in the crystal lattice.