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Structural Isomers and Stereoisomers (cis/trans and Optical)

Isomers
4 · Mod 7 – Organic Chemistry

What this note covers

  1. What Are Isomers? Defining Structural vs Stereoisomers
  2. Structural Isomers: Types and Examples
  3. Geometric (cis/trans) Isomers: Requirements and Identification
  4. Optical Isomers (Enantiomers) and Chiral Centres
  5. Physical and Chemical Property Differences
  6. Worked Applied Example: Identifying All Isomers of C4H8
  7. HSC Exam Technique: How to Answer Isomer Questions

7 sections · 14 key terms & formulas · 6 common mistakes

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