Chapter 9, Problem 9.38SP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The structure of  compound $\text{X}$ is to be proposed along with uncertainty in the structure.

Concept introduction: The notations $\text{E}\text{or}\text{Z}$ are used to describe the geometry around the double bond of an alkene, whereas nomenclature cis or trans is used to describe the relative configurations $\left(\text{R}\text{or}\text{S}\right)$. In the cis or trans compound, the molecular formula remains same, but arrangement of the atoms in space is different. Cis or trans and $\text{E}\text{or}\text{Z}$ are not interrelated to each other.

To determine: The structure for compound $\text{X}$ and uncertainty in the structure.