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What is meant by isomers? We can not have isomers of first three members of alkane series." Give reason to justify this statement. Draw the structures of two isomers of pentane, C5H12

The organic compounds which have same molecular formula but their structural formula is different is known as Isomers.

The isomers of first three members of alkane series is not possible because they can’t be arranged in more than one way.


The Two isomers of pentane C5H12:


1. N-pentane


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2. 2-Methyl-butane


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