Stereoisomer
Introduction
Organic chemistry, also known as “carbon chemistry”, is chemistry involving organic — or “carbon-based” — molecules. All life on Earth can be considered an expression of complex carbon chemistry. However, since lots of non-living things are carbon-based as well, organic chemistry isn't merely limited to biochemistry. Organic chemistry also deals with polymers, petroleum products, and much more.
Conformational Stereoisomers
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Conformers — |
Configurational Stereoisomers
For more information, see configurational stereoisomers.
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Geometric Isomers — differ by the orientation of bonds to non-chiral stereocenters. These include cis/trans and other E/Z isomers. |
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