Which of the following correctly lists the conformations of cyclohexane in order of increasing energy?
A) chair

Question

Which of the following correctly lists the conformations of cyclohexane in order of increasing energy?
A) chair < boat < twist < half-chair
B) half-chair < boat < twist < chair
C) chair < twist < half-chair < boat
D) chair < twist < boat < half-chair
E) half-chair < twist < boat < chair

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The chair conformation is the most stable and lowest in energy, followed by the twist, then the boat, and finally the half-chair, which is the highest in energy.

Which of the Following Correctly Lists the Conformations of Cyclohexane