Red Seal Hairstylist Practice Exam

Which compound exhibits geometric (E/Z) isomerism?

But-1-ene 2-methylbut-2-ene 1,2-dichloroethene Propene

Correct Answer:

1,2-dichloroethene

Explanation:

Geometric (E/Z) isomerism requires restricted rotation around a C=C bond and two different groups attached to each carbon of the double bond. 1,2-dichloroethene meets both criteria.

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