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2021 · Q100
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Some Basic Concepts of Organic Chemistry question

2021 · Q100

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The compound which shows metamerism is :
  1. A
    C4H10O
  2. B
    C5H12
  3. C
    C3H8O
  4. D
    C3H6O
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Correct answer: A

Metamerism compound which have same molecular formula but different number of carbon atoms on either sides of functional group are known as metamers and this phenomenon is known as metamerism.



Compounds with formula C4H10O has ether functional group in which following arrangements are possible. So, it shows metamerism. For example

CH3 - CH2 - O - CH2 - CH3,

NEET 2021 Chemistry - Some Basic Concepts of Organic Chemistry Question 33 English Explanation


and CH3 - O - CH2 - CH2 - CH3 are metamers as structure of alkyl chains are different around the functional group.

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