Tautomerization is a process in which an enol yields a ketone Give one example for a keto to enol tautomerization. Which form is more stable. Also, which is more stable the E isomer or the Z isomer of 2-Chloro, 2-Butene

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Tautomerization is a process in which an enol yields a ketone Give one example
for a keto to enol tautomerization. Which form is more stable. Also, which is
more stable the E isomer or the Z isomer of 2-Chloro, 2-Butene

 

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