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Organic Compounds

Question 11 • Foothill-B Period-Chemistry-26/27B

Which model is the best for identifying geometric isomers?

Answer
A
structural formula
B
skeletal formula
C
space-filling model
D
ball-and-stick model

Explanation

Geometric isomers differ in the spatial arrangement of atoms around a rigid bond, such as a carbon–carbon double bond. A ball-and-stick model clearly shows both the bonds and the positions of the attached atoms, making it easiest to compare the arrangements. Therefore, the best choice is the ball-and-stick model.

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