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Question

Consider the stereoisomers elaidic acid and oleic acid. Identify which is the cis-isomer and which is the trans-isomer.

Structures of elaidic acid (trans-isomer) and oleic acid (cis-isomer) for stereoisomer comparison.

Accepted Answer

cis-isomer: oleic acid

trans-isomer: elaidic acid

Answer

cis-isomer: elaidic acid

trans-isomer: oleic acid

Consider the stereoisomers elaidic acid and oleic acid. Identify which is the cis-isomer and which is the trans-isomer.