Chapter 19, Problem 12ST

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The isomers of aldehyde and ketone having the molecular formula ${\text{C}}_3{\text{H}}_{\text{6}}\text{O}$ are to be drawn.

Concept introduction:

Those compounds which have the same molecular formula but have different arrangements of atoms are known as isomers. The phenomenon is called as isomerism. The isomers are generally classified as structural isomers and stereoisomers.