Optical isomerism — definition?
Molecules that are non-superimposable mirror images.
Enantiomers — also called?
Optical isomers.
Optical activity — property?
Rotates plane-polarized light.
Chirality — molecules lacking?
Internal plane of symmetry.
Optical isomers — rotate light?
In opposite directions.
Measurement tool for optical activity?
Polarimeter.
Optical activity — measured by?
Angle of rotation.
Geometric isomerism — arises from?
Restricted rotation around bonds.
Cis-isomer — groups?
On same side.
Trans-isomer — groups?
On opposite sides.
Geometric isomerism — affects?
Physical and chemical properties.
Coordination compounds — consist of?
Central metal and ligands.
Ligands — donate?
Electron pairs.
Coordination number — indicates?
Number of ligand bonds.
Chirality in complexes — caused by?
Asymmetric ligand arrangements.
Cis-trans in complexes — significance?
Influences physical properties.
Optical activity measurement — uses?
Polarimeter.
Ligand types — include?
Monodentate, bidentate, multidentate.
Optical isomers in nature — examples?
Amino acids and sugars.
Applications of isomerism — include?
Drug design, materials, stereochemistry.
Answer 10 questions on Understanding Isomerism in Chemistry.
1. What is the term used to describe molecules that are non-superimposable mirror images and exhibit optical activity?
2. What is the primary cause of geometric isomerism in compounds?
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