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Which of the following statements is true about constitutional isomers?
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Which of the following statements correctly describes constitutional isomers?
A
Constitutional isomers have the same molecular formula and the same connectivity of their atoms.
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Constitutional isomers have the same molecular formula but differ in the connectivity of their atoms.
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Constitutional isomers differ in the spatial arrangement of atoms but have the same molecular formula.
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Constitutional isomers have different molecular formulas but the same connectivity of their atoms.
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Begin by understanding the concept of constitutional isomers. Constitutional isomers are compounds that have the same molecular formula but differ in the connectivity of their atoms.
Recognize that the molecular formula represents the number and type of atoms present in a molecule, but does not specify how these atoms are connected.
Consider the connectivity of atoms: in constitutional isomers, the atoms are connected differently, leading to different structural arrangements.
Different connectivity results in different chemical properties and physical characteristics, even though the molecular formula remains the same.
Review the given statements and identify the one that correctly describes constitutional isomers: 'Constitutional isomers have the same molecular formula but differ in the connectivity of their atoms.'
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