Question

Draw structures that meet the following descriptions (there are many

Possibilities):

(a) Three isomers with the formula${\mathbf{C}}_{\mathbf{8}}{\mathbf{H}}_{\mathbf{18}}$

Short answer

Stereoisomers constitute a category of isomers which is further divided into geometric and optical isomerism. Geometric isomerism is also termed cis-trans isomerism.

Step-by-step solution

Isomers

Stereoisomers constitute a category of isomers which is further divided into geometric and optical isomerism. Geometric isomerism is also termed cis-trans isomerism.

Isomers with the molecular formula C8H18

(a) There are various possibilities for the isomer with molecular formula ${\mathbf{C}}_{\mathbf{8}}{\mathbf{H}}_{\mathbf{18}}$. The three possibilities of isomers with the molecular formula${\mathbf{C}}_{\mathbf{8}}{\mathbf{H}}_{\mathbf{18}}$are given below.

Three isomers with the formula ${\mathbf{C}}_{\mathbf{8}}{\mathbf{H}}_{\mathbf{18}}$