Q. Which one of the following is the most energetic conformation of cyclohexane?
A) Boat
B) Twisted boat
C) Chair
D) Half chair
Explanation
(d)
The stability order of conformation of cyclohexane is chair>twist boat>boat>half chair. Hence, half chair is less stable due to torsional and angle strain.
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