Curated OER
Isomers and Polymers
Students create models of structural isomers, geometric isomers, and polymers. In this chemistry instructional activity, students are given definitions and molecular model kits to create a variety of different isomers and polymers.
Curated OER
Isomer
In this isomer worksheet, students use molecular model kits to build isomers. Students work in groups and draw and name the isomers they build. They answer 9 questions about both geometric and structural isomers.
Clackamas Community College
Clackamas Community College: Alkenes
Clackamas Community College provides a great resource on alkenes. This site teaches you about the nomenclature and structure of alkenes. It also discusses the two types of isomers alkenes can form and addition reactions.
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Bristol University: Structural or Constitutional Isomers
Structural Isomers are molecules which have the same molecular formula but have different connectivities (The Order They Are Put Together). Alkanes can be very simple examples of this. This pages shows a few examples.
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3rd Millenium: Alchemy Through Chemistry, Alkenes
Visit this website for an explanation of alkenes and also a simple method for naming them. Geometric isomerism is explained in the lesson.
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Wired Chemist: Geometric & Optical Isomers
Discussion of two types of stereoisomers: geometrical and optical isomers.
Purdue University
Purdue University: Geometric Isomers
Explanation of geometric isomers of coordination compounds.