Question

multiple choice 2 points
which of the following best describes the relationship between the two structures shown?
o they represent different compounds that are constitutional isomers.
o they represent different compounds that are alkanes.
o they represent different compounds that are geometric isomers.
o they represent the same compound.

Explanation:

Constitutional isomers have same molecular formula but different connectivity. Here, the two structures have same number of C and H atoms but different arrangements of atoms, so they are constitutional isomers.

Answer:

They represent different compounds that are constitutional isomers.