Consider the two stereo isomers of 1, 4-dimethyl cyclohexane: (a) Explain whether each methyl is axial or

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Consider the two stereo isomers of 1, 4-dimethyl cyclohexane:

(a) Explain whether each methyl is axial or equatorial in the conformations of the cis-isomer.

(b) Explain whether each methyl is axial or equatorial in the conformations of the trans-isomer.

(c) Explain which stereo isomer is more stable.

(d) Draw the more stable conformation of the more stable stereo isomer.

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Organic Chemistry

ISBN: 978-0534389512

2nd Edition

Authors: Joseph M. Hornback

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