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what's the difference between an isomer and constitutional isomer?
An isomer is a molecule that has the same molecular formula as another molecule, but a different arrangement of atoms.
A constitutional isomer is a type of isomer where the atoms are arranged in different order, resulting in different chemical properties and physical characteristics.
An isomer refers to any molecule with a different arrangement of atoms, while a constitutional isomer specifically refers to a type of isomer with different atom order.
Yes, stereoisomers are a type of isomer where the atoms are arranged in the same order, but the molecules have different spatial arrangements due to the presence of double bonds or chiral centers.
You can determine if two molecules are constitutional isomers by comparing their structural formulas and identifying any differences in the order of atoms.