Question
Which has no conformational
isomers?
(1)
CH3OH
(2)
CH3CHO
(3)
CH2 = CH–Cl
(4)
CH3–NH2
Answer
Conformational isomerism is a
form of stereoisomerism in which the isomers can be interconverted exclusively
by rotations about formally single bonds. Such isomers are generally referred
to as conformational isomers or rotamers. Rotation is possible around single
bonds only and not possible around double bonds.
So, the correct answer is
(3) CH2 = CH–Cl has
no conformational isomers.
All other listed substances have single bonds (C – O (1)
and C – C (2 and 4)), rotation around which give rise conformational isomerism.
Rotation around C = C bond of CH2 = CH–Cl is not possible, that is
why it has no conformational isomers.
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