MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #3975

When comparing tautomerism and resonance in organic molecules, which physical process is unique to tautomerism according to PTB definitions?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #3975

  1. Question 1

    Q1. When comparing tautomerism and resonance in organic molecules, which physical process is unique to tautomerism according to PTB definitions?

    • A) Tautomerism involves the migration of a proton
    • B) Resonance involves the migration of a proton
    • C) Tautomerism involves only the shift of pi electrons
    • D) Resonance creates two distinct chemical species in equilibrium

    Answer: Tautomerism involves the migration of a proton

    Explanation: Tautomerism involves a reversible shift of a proton and a double bond, while resonance only involves the displacement of electrons.