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Explain geometric isomerism in alkenes. How do the
Chapter 20, Problem 15E(choose chapter or problem)
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Problem 15E
Explain geometric isomerism in alkenes. How do the properties of geometric isomers differ from one another?
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QUESTION:
Problem 15E
Explain geometric isomerism in alkenes. How do the properties of geometric isomers differ from one another?
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Solution 15EStep 1Geometric isomerism is possible in alkenes because rotation about C=C double bond isrestricted.It is the another form of stereoisomerism.Rotation around a double bond restricted because it would involve breaking the pi bond.