Question

There are two isomers with the formula CH₃NO₂ . How will you distinguish between them?

Answer 1

CH₃NO₂ has two isomers. 

They are 

1. CH₃ – NO₂ (Nitromethane)

Nitro methane (Nitro form)	Methyl nitrite (Aci - form)
(i) Less acidic in nature	More acidic and also called pseudoacids (or) nitronic
(ii) Dissolves in NaOH slowly	Dissolves in NaOH instantly
(iii) Decolourises FeCl3 solution	with FeCl3 gives reddish brown colour
(iv) Electrical conductivity is low	Electrical conductivity is high