Is this the same organic side chain?

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The discussion centers on the structural representation of organic compounds, specifically the isopropyl group (CH3)2CH- and its ambiguity when represented as C3H7. Participants clarify that C3H7 can refer to both isopropyl and n-propyl, highlighting the importance of precise nomenclature in organic chemistry. The conversation emphasizes that understanding isomerism is fundamental for students, particularly those in advanced high school programs like the International Baccalaureate.

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Attached is the image of the desired structure, my question is based on what is pictured as (CH3)2HC- I represented this group as C3H7 which does seem like the logical equivalent, but just being safe here. Am I right?

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(CH3)2CH- is what would be called isopropyl, C3H7- is ambiguous as it can be both isopropyl and n-propyl.
 
Ah! Okay, But I'm just an international baccalaureate student if you know what that is, would they expect so much?!
 
Much? I would expect high school students to understand the ambiguity, after all this is a very basic isomerism and judging from the picture the question is about isomerism as well.
 

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