The cis-isomerism is shown by:
Correct answer: C. Option C: 2-butene (cis)
- A. Option A: 1-butene
- B. Option B: 2-butene (trans)
- C. Option C: 2-butene (cis)
- D. Option D: Cyclohexane
Explanation
In the context of alkenes, cis-isomerism occurs when two identical or similar groups are on the same side of a double bond. In 2-butene, the cis isomer has both methyl (CH3) groups on the same side of the double bond, which satisfies the condition for cis-isomerism. Option A, 1-butene, does not have the necessary arrangement of groups for cis-trans isomerism. Option B, 2-butene (trans), has the groups on opposite sides, which does not qualify as cis-isomerism. Option D, cyclohexane, is a saturated hydrocarbon without a double bond and therefore cannot show cis or trans isomerism.
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