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Metamers differ from each other due to:

Correct answer: D. Distribution of carbon atoms around the functional group

  • A. Functional group
  • B. Position of functional group
  • C. Shifting of proton
  • D. Distribution of carbon atoms around the functional group

Explanation

Metamers are a type of structural isomerism where molecules have the same molecular formula but differ in the distribution of carbon atoms around the functional group. In other words, the arrangement of carbon atoms relative to the functional group (such as -OH, -COOH, or others) varies among metamers, leading to distinct chemical properties while sharing the same molecular formula. So, the correct answer is the distribution of carbon atoms around the functional group.

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