Structural isomerism is a form of isomerism in which molecules with the same molecular formula have atoms bonded together in different orders (as opposed to stereoisomerism.)
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Chain isomers have components of the chain distinctly ordered to create different structures. Here, 3-methylpentane has become 2-methylpentane:
Chain isomerism