MCQ
The incorrect statement regarding conformations of ethane is:
  • A
    Ethane has infinite number of conformations
  • B
    The dihedral angle in staggered conformation is $60^{\circ}$
  • Eclipsed conformation is the most stable conformation.
  • D
    The conformations of ethane are interconvertible to one-another.

Answer

Correct option: C.
Eclipsed conformation is the most stable conformation.
(C) Eclipsed conformation is the least stable conformation of ethane

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