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There are two structural isomers approved by IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry) 1.) n-butane (normal butane) is a straight chain 2.) iso-butane (or methyl-propane) is a chain of three with one carbon attached to the middle of the chain

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Why are there no geometric isomers in non cyclic compounds containing single bonds?

Geometric isomers arise due to restricted rotation around a double bond or cyclic structures. In non-cyclic compounds with only single bonds, there is free rotation around all bonds, preventing the formation of geometric isomers. This unrestricted rotation allows for different spatial arrangements of atoms to be interconverted, eliminating the possibility of geometric isomerism.


Does silicone react with butane?

No, silicone does not react with butane. Silicone is chemically inert, meaning it does not easily react or interact with other chemicals, including butane. This property makes silicone a popular choice for containing substances like butane.


What is the pH of butane?

Butane is a non-polar molecule and therefore does not dissociate in water to release ions, so it does not have a pH value. pH is a measure of the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution, which butane does not contribute to.


Why are CH3CH2COOH and CH3CHOHCHO optical isomers?

CH3CH2COOH and CH3CHOHCHO have chiral centers, which are carbon atoms bonded to four distinct groups. Their mirror images are non-superimposable. This asymmetry results in optical isomerism, where the molecules exist as enantiomers.


What are the two structural forms of butane?

The two structural forms of butane are n-butane (normal butane) and iso-butane (isobutane). n-Butane has a straight-chain structure with four carbon atoms in a row, while iso-butane has a branched structure with a central carbon atom bonded to three other carbon atoms.

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Is C6H14 a cycloalkine?

No, it is a non-cyclic, saturated alkane called hexane of which 5 different isomers exsist


Why are there no geometric isomers in non cyclic compounds containing single bonds?

Geometric isomers arise due to restricted rotation around a double bond or cyclic structures. In non-cyclic compounds with only single bonds, there is free rotation around all bonds, preventing the formation of geometric isomers. This unrestricted rotation allows for different spatial arrangements of atoms to be interconverted, eliminating the possibility of geometric isomerism.


How many non cyclic isomers are there for hexene?

There are more than 20 stuctural isomers of hexene C6H12, including various branched (cis and trans) and cyclic compounds (eg. cyclohexane, methyl-cylopentane, 1,1-dimethyl-cyclobutane, 1,2-dimethyl-cyclobutane, 1,3-dimethyl-cyclobutane, and some other, maybe not stable, propyl/methyl-ethyl/trimethyl-cyclopropanes) Some of them also count for optical isomerism (eg. 3*-methyl-1-pentene)


Is meiosis cyclic or non cyclic?

Meiosis is not cyclic; rather it is a linear process. It does not cycle.


What reactions are referred to as light dependent reactions?

Cyclic and non-cyclic photophosphorylation.


How does one recognize optical isomers?

Optical isomers are isomers of molecules which are non-superimposible. They have a left hand and a right hand and this is how you distinguish between them.


Is butane gas compressible or non compressible?

Butane gas is compressible. It can be compressed into a smaller volume at higher pressures.


How many isotopes does chromium have?

Chromium has 25 known isotopes, 2 isomers, 3 of which are non-radioactive.


Why do plants have both the cyclic and non cyclic phosphorylation?

Plants have both cyclic and non-cyclic phosphorylation to maximize energy production and efficiency during photosynthesis. Non-cyclic phosphorylation generates ATP and NADPH for the Calvin cycle, while cyclic phosphorylation produces additional ATP to meet the energy demands of the plant. Together, these two processes ensure that plants have a stable source of energy for growth and survival.


How is light reaction of photosynthesis started?

Absorbtion of light by photosystems in cyclic and non-cyclic photophosphorylation.


Do both cyclic and non cyclic electrom flow generate the high energy ATP module?

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What is non cyclic photophosphorylation?

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