What is Isomerism?
When two or more chemical compounds share the same molecular formula, this phenomenon is known as isomorphism. Greek terms isos, which means “equal,” and meros, which means “part,” are the roots of the word “isomerism.” When two or more compounds have the same molecular formula but different chemical and physical properties, this is referred to as isomorphism. One of the causes of the existence of many organic molecules is isomerism, which is a common phenomenon in organic chemistry. It describes substances with the same molecular formula but differing physical or chemical properties
Geometric and Optical Isomerism
Transition metals can generate a wide range of complex compounds by sharing electrons with a variety of anions or neutral molecules, such compounds are referred to as coordination compounds in present terminology.
New ideas on chemical bonds and molecular structure have shed light on how these substances act as essential parts of biological systems. The coordination compounds of magnesium, iron, and cobalt are chlorophyll, haemoglobin, and vitamin B12, respectively. Coordination compounds are used as analytical reagents, industrial catalysts, and various metallurgical processes. Additionally, there are numerous uses for coordination compounds in the electroplating, textile dyeing, and pharmaceutical sector.