Question

Differentiate between configurational and conformational isomers. 

Answer 1

Configurational	Conformational
1. It is due to the presence of one or more chiral carbon atom (optical isomers) or restricted rotation of C = C(Geometrical isomers).	It is due to free rotation of C – C single bond
2. Position of atoms or groups in space is fixed.	Position of atoms or groups in space changes.
3. One form of configuration is not converted into another form.	At room temperature one form of conformation is converted into another