Name the term used for the configuration of a stereoisomer having R groups whose positions alternate from one side to the other side along the backbone chain.

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Name the term used for the configuration of a stereoisomer having R groups whose positions alternate from one side to the other side along the backbone chain.

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Syndiotactic

Explanation:

Syndiotactic is the term used for the configuration of a stereoisomer having R groups whose positions alternate from one side to the other side along the backbone chain.

In simple words, they are polymers that have the substitute group arranged in alternating manner.

For example, Syndiotic polystyrene, Gutta percha etc.