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H5.13 - Level 2 Consider the most stable conformation of the 2,3-dibromopentane

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Question

H5.13 - Level 2

Consider the most stable conformation of the 2,3-dibromopentane molecule shown below. Which of the following statements are true about this structure?

H5.13 - Level 2 Consider the most stable conformation of the 2,3-dibromopentane molecule shown below. Which of the following statements are true about this structure? Br O AThere are 3 gauche interactions. O B The two bromine atoms are eclipsed O CA methyl group and an ethyl group are anti. O D The two bromine atoms are gauche. OE The methyl group and the bromine group are anti.

Explanation / Answer

two Br atoms should present at anti position and methyl and Ethyl group will be also in anti position. So answer is C