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CHM 102 Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods Objective Question
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Question

In the Newman projection, which conformation has hydrogen atoms directly behind each other?
Options
A Staggered
B Anti
C Eclipsed
Correct Answer
D Gauche
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In eclipsed conformation, hydrogens on front and rear carbons align, with a dihedral angle of 0°.

Hint

They 'eclipse' each other.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 84 of 1999
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