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CHM 102 Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods Objective Question
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Which of the following is true about the staggered conformation of butane?
Options
A It has the highest torsional strain
B It is less stable than eclipsed
C It has groups farthest apart
Correct Answer
D It has a dihedral angle of 0°
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In staggered conformations, bulky groups are farthest apart, minimizing torsional and steric strain, making it more stable.

Hint

Anti conformation has groups 180° apart.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 115 of 1999
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