Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation: The orientation of
Concept introduction: Cis–trans isomers are geometrical isomers. Cis-isomer contains two groups on the same side of the ring. Trans-isomer contains two groups on the opposite side of the ring.
(b)
Interpretation: The location of substituent on
Concept introduction: Cis–trans isomers are geometrical isomers. Cis-isomer contains two groups on the same side of the ring. Trans-isomer contains two groups on the opposite side of the ring.
(c)
Interpretation: The orientation of an equatorial
Concept introduction: Cis–trans isomers are geometrical isomers. Cis-isomer contains two groups on the same side of the ring. Trans-isomer contains two groups on the opposite side of the ring.
(d)
Interpretation: The orientation of substituent
Concept introduction: Cis–trans isomers are geometrical isomers. Cis-isomer contains two groups on the same side of the ring. Trans-isomer contains two groups on the opposite side of the ring.
(e)
Interpretation: The location of substituent on
Concept introduction: Cis–trans isomers are geometrical isomers. Cis-isomer contains two groups on the same side of the ring. Trans-isomer contains two groups on the opposite side of the ring.
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