The incorrect statements regarding geometrical isomerism are : (A) Propene shows geometrical isomerism. (B) Trans isomer has identical atoms/groups on the opposite sides of the double bond. (C) Cis-but-2-ene has higher dipole moment than trans-but-2-ene. (D) 2-methylbut-2-ene shows two geometrical isomers (E) Trans-isomer has lower melting point that cis isomer. Choose the CORRECT answer from the options given below :

Chemistry · Isomerism

JEE Main 2025 — 22 January, Morning Shift — Question 43

The incorrect statements regarding geometrical isomerism are :

(A) Propene shows geometrical isomerism.

(B) Trans isomer has identical atoms/groups on the opposite sides of the double bond.

(D) 2-methylbut-2-ene shows two geometrical isomers

(E) Trans-isomer has lower melting point that cis isomer.

Choose the CORRECT answer from the options given below :

(A) $\mathrm{CH}_{3}-\mathrm{CH}=\mathrm{CH}_{2}$ . GI is not possible

(B) Trans isomer has identical atoms/groups on the opposite side of double bond.

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