QuestionConformations / torsional strain
The eclipsed conformation of CH₃CH₂Cl is 15 kJ/mol and is less stable than the staggered conformation. How much is H, Cl eclipsing interaction worth in destabilization? (where H, H eclipsing interaction worth = 4 kJ/mol)
- (a) 8 kJ/mol
- (b) 11 kJ/mol
- (c) 7 kJ/mol
- (d) 12 kJ/mol
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