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CHM 102 Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods Objective Question
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Which conformation of ethane is more stable?
Options
A Eclipsed (ciscoid)
B Staggered (transoid)
Correct Answer
C Gauche
D Anti
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The staggered conformation has hydrogens farthest apart, minimizing torsional strain and increasing stability.

Hint

Atoms are as far apart as possible.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 67 of 1999
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