Write down the conditions for geometrica...

Write down the conditions for geometrical isomerism. Give one example.

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The main condition for geometrical isomerism are :
1. The molecule must have a c = c double bond.
2. The two atoms or groups attached to the same carbon atom must be different.
For example, but -2 - ene shows geometrical isomerism.

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Geometrical isomerism is shown by

A

-C-C-

B

-C=C-

C

-C`equiv`C-

D

None of the

The compound that exhibits geometrical isomerism is

A

`C_2H_5Br`

B

`(CH)_2(COOH)_2`

C

`CH_3CHO`

D

`(CH_2)_2(COOH)_2`

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