Is the following compound Cis or Trans? ÇI ČI Cis Trans Doesn't apply

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Is the following compound Cis or Trans?
ÇI
ČI
Cis
Trans
Doesn't apply
Transcribed Image Text:Is the following compound Cis or Trans? ÇI ČI Cis Trans Doesn't apply
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First of all you should know that cis or trans is not observed in sigma bonds (saturated compounds). It is only observed when there is a unsaturation. The position of groups attached with respect to double is analysed as cis or trans.

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