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Topic: How do I distinguish between conformational isomers and identical compounds?  (Read 2040 times)

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Offline Lourdes

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Hi guys!
Basically conformational isomers are ones you get when you rotate around C-C bonds. OK, got it. But what makes them not identical structures? I have the feeling that, whenever I can put them on top of each other without rotating any bonds, they are identical. Can someone confirm my thoughts?
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