3.Determine if cis-trans isomerism is possible for the following compounds. If cis-trans is possible, draw the compound in both the cis and the trans form. If cis-trans is not possible, explain why. a)  2-butene b)  1-butene c)  2-pentene

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3.Determine if cis-trans isomerism is possible for the following compounds. If cis-trans is possible, draw the compound in both the cis and the trans form. If cis-trans is not possible, explain why.

  1. a)  2-butene

  2. b)  1-butene

  3. c)  2-pentene

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