Geometric Isomers

cis vs trans alkenes

The E/Z naming system

E -entgegen, opposite sides

Z - zusammen, together on the same side

Ranking Priorities: Cahn-Ingold-Prelog Rules

Must rank atoms that are connected at comparison point
Higher atomic number gets higher priority
Br > Cl > O > N > C > H

In this case, the higher priority

groups are opposite:
(E )-2-bromo-2-chloro-propene

Extended Comparison
If atomic numbers are the same, compare the next connection
point at same distance
Compare until you get the higher atomic number

Dealing With Multiple Bonds