The Conformation of Ethane Where Hydrogen Atoms Overlap Each Other

question 51

Multiple Choice

The conformation of ethane where hydrogen atoms overlap each other when looking along the direction of the C-C bond is called

• A) eclipsed.
• B) overlapping.
• C) staggered.
• D) coincident.
• E) crowded.

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