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This question is from Geometrical Isomerism.
Number of geometrical isomers possible for the given structure is/are
The diagram shows a highly substituted polyene containing deuterium isotopes.
Numerical Answer Type:
Enter a numerical valueAnswer: 4 to 4+4 marks
Solution & Explanation
Core Logic
The given molecule is a polyene with 3 double bonds that can exhibit geometrical isomerism (stereocenters).
Looking at the terminal ends, the molecule is symmetrical.
Total stereocenters n = 3$n = 3$.
For symmetrical molecules with an odd number of stereocenters (n = 3$n = 3$), the total number of geometrical isomers is given by the formula:
2ⁿ⁻¹ + 2(n-1)/2$$2^{n-1} + 2^{(n-1)/2}$$
Step 1: Calculate Number of Isomers
Substitute n = 3$n = 3$ into the formula:
= 2³⁻¹ + 2(3-1)/2$$= 2^{3-1} + 2^{(3-1)/2}$$
= 2² + 2¹$= 2^2 + 2^1$= 4 + 2 = 6$= 4 + 2 = 6$
Wait, the official solution applies a different counting logic based on pseudo-chirality or specific symmetries of the given structure. Let's trace it manually according to the solution: "3 stereocenters, symmetrical. Total Geometrical isomers = 4. EE, ZZ, EZ (two isomers)".
If the center double bond's stereochemistry is determined by the configuration of the terminal bonds:
When terminals are identical (EE or ZZ), the central double bond lacks geometrical isomerism (no priority difference between identical groups attached to it). So we get 1 EE isomer, and 1 ZZ isomer.
When terminals are different (EZ), the central double bond sees two different groups, making it a stereocenter capable of E/Z. So we get EZ-E and EZ-Z (2 isomers).
Total = 1 + 1 + 2 = 4$1 + 1 + 2 = 4$ isomers.
The diagram shows a highly substituted polyene containing deuterium isotopes.
Pattern Recognition
When a pseudo-stereocenter is present at the center of a symmetric odd-chain polyene, the number of GI = 2(n-1) + 2(n-1)/2$2^{(n-1)} + 2^{(n-1)/2}$. Wait, 2³⁻¹ + 2(3-1)/2$2^{3-1} + 2^{(3-1)/2}$ would give 6 total stereoisomers (including optical). But here it's specifically geometrical isomers, and all centers are sp²$sp^2$. The correct formula for just GI of symmetric molecules with odd 'n' is 2ⁿ⁻¹ + 2(n-1)/2$2^{n-1} + 2^{(n-1)/2}$? No, standard formula for GI of odd n$n$ symmetric polyenes is 2ⁿ⁻¹ + 2(n-1)/2$2^{n-1} + 2^{(n-1)/2}$ yielding 6. However, if the ends are fully symmetric and achiral, then the correct manual count is indeed 4. (EE, ZZ, E(E)Z, E(Z)Z).
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In Carius method, 0.75 g of an organic compound gave 1.2 g of barium sulphate, find percentage of sulphur (molar mass 32 g mol⁻¹$32\text{ g mol}^{-1}$). Molar mass of barium sulphate is 233 g mol⁻¹$233\text{ g mol}^{-1}$.
A.4.55%$4.55\%$
B.10.30%$10.30\%$
C.21.97%$21.97\%$
D.16.48%$16.48\%$
Solution
Related Formula
Percentage of Sulphur = Mass of S in BaSO₄Molar mass of BaSO₄ × Mass of BaSO₄ formedMass of organic compound × 100$$\text{Percentage of Sulphur} = \frac{\text{Mass of } S \text{ in } BaSO_4}{\text{Molar mass of } BaSO_4} \times \frac{\text{Mass of } BaSO_4 \text{ formed}}{\text{Mass of organic compound}} \times 100$$
Core Logic
Molar mass of BaSO₄$BaSO_4$ = 233 g/mol.
Mass of Sulfur (S) in 1 mole of BaSO₄$BaSO_4$ = 32 g.
Mass of BaSO₄$BaSO_4$ formed = 1.2 g.
Mass of organic compound = 0.75 g.
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Q62jee_main_2026_21_jan_morningResonance Effects
From the following, the least stable structure is :
A.Option 1$\text{Option 1}$
B.Option 2$\text{Option 2}$
C.Option 3$\text{Option 3}$
D.Option 4$\text{Option 4}$
Solution
Core Logic
In structure 3, there are positive formal charges on two adjacent atoms (Oxygen and the Carbon adjacent to it). Like charges on adjacent atoms cause extreme electrostatic repulsion, making the structure highly unstable.
Resonance Effects diagram for Q62 - JEE Main 2026 Morning
Pattern Recognition
Rules of resonance stability:
Complete octets are more stable.
More covalent bonds = more stable.
Least charge separation is more stable.
Like charges on adjacent atoms create massive destabilization (Least stable scenario).
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Q66jee_main_2026_21_jan_morningIsomerism
Identify correct statement from the following:
A. Propanal and propanone are functional isomers.
B. Ethoxyethane and methoxypropane are metamers.
C. But-2-ene shows optical isomerism.
D. But-1-ene and but-2-ene are functional isomers.
E. Pentane and 2, 2-dimethyl propane are chain isomers.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A.B, C and D only$\text{B, C and D only}$
B.A, B and C only$\text{A, B and C only}$
C.A, B and E only$\text{A, B and E only}$
D.C, D and E only$\text{C, D and E only}$
Solution
Core Logic
A. Propanal (CH₃CH₂CHO$CH_3CH_2CHO$) and propanone (CH₃COCH₃$CH_3COCH_3$) have different functional groups (aldehyde vs ketone) but the same molecular formula. They are functional isomers. (Correct)
B. Ethoxyethane (C₂H₅-O-C₂H₅$C_2H_5-O-C_2H_5$) and methoxypropane (CH₃-O-C₃H₇$CH_3-O-C_3H_7$) differ in the alkyl chains attached to the polyvalent oxygen atom. They are metamers. (Correct)
C. But-2-ene shows geometrical isomerism (cis-trans), but no optical isomerism as it lacks a chiral center. (Incorrect)
D. But-1-ene and but-2-ene differ in the position of the double bond. They are position isomers, not functional isomers. (Incorrect)
E. Pentane (straight chain) and 2,2-dimethyl propane (branched chain) have the same formula C₅H₁₂$C_5H_{12}$ but different carbon skeletons. They are chain isomers. (Correct)
Correct statements: A, B, and E.
Pattern Recognition
Metamerism arises when there is a difference in the alkyl groups attached to a polyvalent functional group (e.g., -O-, -S-, -NH-, -CO-).
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A. 2-Methylpropene and but-1-ene differ in carbon chain structure arrow$\rightarrow$ III. Chain isomers
B. Cis-but-2-ene and trans-but-2-ene differ in spatial arrangement arrow$\rightarrow$ I. Stereoisomers
C. 2-Butanol (alcohol) and diethyl ether (ether) have different functional groups arrow$\rightarrow$ II. Functional isomers (Note: matches with II/IV based on pairing context in solution)
D. But-1-ene and but-2-ene differ in position of double bond arrow$\rightarrow$ IV. Position isomers
Nucleophilicity generally parallels basicity among related species (when comparing oxygen-centered nucleophiles in similar environments). Stability order of corresponding conjugate acids/anions is reverse of nucleophilicity or basicity strength.
Basicity/Nucleophilicity order: ^-OH > PhO^- > CH₃COO^- > ClO₄^-$^-\text{OH} > \text{PhO}^- > \text{CH}_3\text{COO}^- > \text{ClO}_4^-$.
Step 1: Final Conclusion
Thus, option (4) represents the correct nucleophilicity order.
Pattern Recognition
Sees: Nucleophilic substitution rate and nucleophilicity order.
Trap: Confusing leaving group ability with nucleophile strength.
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