Question

since 1-propanol and 2-propanol have the same molecular formula but are different compounds, they are called

Answer 1

Isomers

Step-by-step explanation:

Compounds can have a same molecular formula (meaning, it contains the exact same amount of molecules) but a different structure, thus named differently. These are called isomers, and even a different structure of a compound can result in different physical properties such as boiling point and melting point.

1-propanol has a hydroxide group (OH) attached to the 1st end of the carbon chain. However, 2-propanol has a hydroxide group attached to the 2nd carbon chain, resulting in different IUPAC names and properties.