Chemistry · Isomerism: structural and stereoisomerism

Which type of isomerism is shown by But-2-yne and cyclobutene?

Which type of isomerism is shown by But-2-yne and cyclobutene?

  • A. Ring chain isomerism
  • B. Chain isomerism
  • C. Position isomerism
  • D. Functional isomerism

Step-by-step solution

But-2-yne and cyclobutene have the same molecular formula (C4H6) but differ in the arrangement of atoms: But-2-yne is an open-chain alkyne with a triple bond, while cyclobutene is a cyclic alkene. This is an example of ring-chain isomerism.
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