Which statement about tautomerism is correct?
Correct answer: C. Have same molecular formula
- A. Only occurs in organic compounds
- B. Not influenced by temperature
- C. Have same molecular formula
- D. Have different molecular formula
- E. Identical chemical properties
Explanation
Tautomers are a specific type of isomerism characterized by having the same molecular formula but differing in the connectivity of atoms, specifically the position of a proton and a double bond. This means that while they share the same chemical composition, their structural differences can lead to variations in their chemical behavior and properties.Option A is incorrect as tautomerism is not limited to organic compounds alone. Option B is incorrect because temperature can influence the equilibrium between tautomers. Option D is wrong since tautomers must have the same molecular formula, and Option E is misleading as tautomers can exhibit different chemical properties despite having similar structures.
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