The following questions relate to a cyclohexane ring depicted in the chair conformation shown. (a) Is a

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The following questions relate to a cyclohexane ring depicted in the chair conformation shown.
(a) Is a methyl group at C-6 that is “down” axial or equatorial?
(b) Is a methyl group that is “up” at C-1 more or less stable than a methyl group that is up at C-4?
(c) Place a methyl group at C-3 in its most stable orientation. Is it up or down?
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Organic Chemistry

ISBN: 978-0072905014

4th edition

Authors: Francis A. Carey

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