Boiling Point (C)

fuels

all single covalent bonds

C-C

NO C=C!

contains same functional group

one carbon

CH2

general formula

+O2

none

fuels

The concept of isomerism illustrates the fundamental importance of molecular structure and shape in organic chemistry.

http://www.avogadro.co.uk/organic/isomer.htm

NB same formula!

boiling point (C)

HALOGENATION

excess of methane

excess chlorine