Which one of these depictions of alkenes is not acceptable as it is an impossible geometry and/or it is impossible to determine the configuration (e.g. E vs. Z) of the alkene? Select all that apply. CH3 H H CH3 CH3 H H X X I b H₂C H₂C H CH3 CH3 1 2 3 4

Chemistry
10th Edition
ISBN:9781305957404
Author:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste
Publisher:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste
Chapter1: Chemical Foundations
Section: Chapter Questions
Problem 1RQ: Define and explain the differences between the following terms. a. law and theory b. theory and...
icon
Related questions
Question
### Educational Exercise: Evaluating Alkenes

#### Question:
Which one of these depictions of alkenes is **not acceptable** as it has an impossible geometry and/or it is impossible to determine the configuration (e.g., E vs. Z) of the alkene? Select all that apply.

#### Alkenes Depictions:

1. **Molecule 1:**
   - Structure: A simple alkene with one CH₃ group and one H atom on each end of the double bond.
   - Visual Format: Planar layout without any stereochemistry indicators (wedges or dashes).

2. **Molecule 2:**
   - Structure: Contains stereochemical markers with a dashed bond on one side of the double bond and a wedged bond on the opposite side, suggesting conflicting stereochemistry.
   - Visual Format: Has CH₃ groups, with one depicted using a dashed line, and another using a wedged line on different carbon atoms, leading to potential geometric inconsistencies.

3. **Molecule 3:**
   - Structure: An alkene with stereochemical indicators, one bond is wedged and the other is dashed.
   - Visual Format: A CH₃ group is shown with a wedged bond on one carbon, and an H with a dashed bond on the other carbon, implying a valid stereochemistry arrangement.

4. **Molecule 4:**
   - Structure: A straightforward depiction with CH₃ and H atoms on opposite sides of the double bond.
   - Visual Format: No stereochemistry indicators are present, simplifying the interpretation as a planar structure.

#### Options:

- [ ] 1
- [ ] 2
- [ ] 3
- [ ] 4

Carefully analyze each structure and identify which depiction(s) do not conform to correct stereochemical practice or possess geometrical impossibilities. Select the option(s) above that are not acceptable based on the provided alkenes' configurations.
Transcribed Image Text:### Educational Exercise: Evaluating Alkenes #### Question: Which one of these depictions of alkenes is **not acceptable** as it has an impossible geometry and/or it is impossible to determine the configuration (e.g., E vs. Z) of the alkene? Select all that apply. #### Alkenes Depictions: 1. **Molecule 1:** - Structure: A simple alkene with one CH₃ group and one H atom on each end of the double bond. - Visual Format: Planar layout without any stereochemistry indicators (wedges or dashes). 2. **Molecule 2:** - Structure: Contains stereochemical markers with a dashed bond on one side of the double bond and a wedged bond on the opposite side, suggesting conflicting stereochemistry. - Visual Format: Has CH₃ groups, with one depicted using a dashed line, and another using a wedged line on different carbon atoms, leading to potential geometric inconsistencies. 3. **Molecule 3:** - Structure: An alkene with stereochemical indicators, one bond is wedged and the other is dashed. - Visual Format: A CH₃ group is shown with a wedged bond on one carbon, and an H with a dashed bond on the other carbon, implying a valid stereochemistry arrangement. 4. **Molecule 4:** - Structure: A straightforward depiction with CH₃ and H atoms on opposite sides of the double bond. - Visual Format: No stereochemistry indicators are present, simplifying the interpretation as a planar structure. #### Options: - [ ] 1 - [ ] 2 - [ ] 3 - [ ] 4 Carefully analyze each structure and identify which depiction(s) do not conform to correct stereochemical practice or possess geometrical impossibilities. Select the option(s) above that are not acceptable based on the provided alkenes' configurations.
Expert Solution
trending now

Trending now

This is a popular solution!

steps

Step by step

Solved in 3 steps with 2 images

Blurred answer
Knowledge Booster
Alkanes and Cycloalkanes
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, chemistry and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.
Similar questions
Recommended textbooks for you
Chemistry
Chemistry
Chemistry
ISBN:
9781305957404
Author:
Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste
Publisher:
Cengage Learning
Chemistry
Chemistry
Chemistry
ISBN:
9781259911156
Author:
Raymond Chang Dr., Jason Overby Professor
Publisher:
McGraw-Hill Education
Principles of Instrumental Analysis
Principles of Instrumental Analysis
Chemistry
ISBN:
9781305577213
Author:
Douglas A. Skoog, F. James Holler, Stanley R. Crouch
Publisher:
Cengage Learning
Organic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Chemistry
ISBN:
9780078021558
Author:
Janice Gorzynski Smith Dr.
Publisher:
McGraw-Hill Education
Chemistry: Principles and Reactions
Chemistry: Principles and Reactions
Chemistry
ISBN:
9781305079373
Author:
William L. Masterton, Cecile N. Hurley
Publisher:
Cengage Learning
Elementary Principles of Chemical Processes, Bind…
Elementary Principles of Chemical Processes, Bind…
Chemistry
ISBN:
9781118431221
Author:
Richard M. Felder, Ronald W. Rousseau, Lisa G. Bullard
Publisher:
WILEY