Chapter 6.5, Problem 6.5CE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The cis isomer and the trans isomer of the maleic acid and fumaric acid has to be identified.

Concept Introduction:

It is under the class ofgeometric isomer. It exists inalkenes(organic molecules which have double bonds). Whentwo similar or higher priority groups are attached to the carbon on the same side,it is termed asCisisomer and when it is attached to theopposite sideit is called asTransisomer.

Cis isomers are termed as z-isomer and Tran’s isomers are termed as E-isomer.