Do ketones show metamerism? If yes then how? If no then why not?

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Ketones do exhibit metamerism, which is a specific type of isomerism where compounds share the same molecular formula and functional group but differ in their alkyl chains surrounding the functional group. This phenomenon is applicable to various compounds, including ketones, ethers, and amines. The discussion clarifies that while there is only one butanone, multiple pentanones can demonstrate metamerism due to their structural variations.

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  • Understanding of isomerism, particularly metamerism
  • Familiarity with ketones and their structural formulas
  • Knowledge of alkyl chains and functional groups in organic chemistry
  • Basic concepts of molecular formulas in organic compounds
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actually my teacher told ketones don't but certain sites tel that they do...but few sites say that they dont? what's correct??
 
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By "metamerism" do you mean "isomerism"?

If so, this is a poorly defined question. There is only one butanone, but several pentanones.
 
Yes metamerism is shown by ketones.
The reason behind this is metamerism that is one type of isomerism in which compounds have same same molecular formula and functional group but different alkyl chains around the functional group . So ketone ether and also amine can show metamerism
 
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Mohit656 said:
Yes metamerism is shown by ketones.
The reason behind this is metamerism that is one type of isomerism in which compounds have same same molecular formula and functional group but different alkyl chains around the functional group . So ketone ether and also amine can show metamerism
I have only heard of of this term applied to colour.
Thanks
 
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pinball1970 said:
I have only heard of of this term applied to colour.

Interesting!
I have only heard of it applied to body segmentation.
 
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