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Regioisomers are a type of structural isomer in organic chemistry. They are molecules that have the same molecular formula and the same connectivity of atoms but differ in the position of a functional group or an atom. This difference in position leads to distinct chemical and physical properties.

For example, consider the isomers of chlorobutane. 1-chlorobutane has a chlorine atom attached to the first carbon atom of a four-carbon chain, while 2-chlorobutane has the chlorine atom attached to the second carbon atom. Both have the same molecular formula (C4H9Cl) and the same sequence of carbon-carbon bonds, but the position of the chlorine atom is different, making them regioisomers.

The term "regioisomer" is often used in reactions where a new substituent is added to a molecule. If the substituent can attach at more than one position, the different products formed are called regioisomers. For instance, in the electrophilic addition of hydrogen halide to an unsymmetrical alkene like propene, two regioisomers can be formed: 1-halopropane and 2-halopropane. The regioselectivity of a reaction refers to the preference for the formation of one regioisomer over another.

Understanding regioisomers is crucial for predicting the products of chemical reactions and for designing synthetic pathways. The difference in the position of atoms or groups can significantly impact a molecule's reactivity, polarity, and interactions with other molecules.