Which conformation of cyclohexane is known to have 'flagpole hydrogens'?

Chair

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Twist-boat

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Half-chair

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Boat

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Solution

The correct option is D Boat
The boat conformation of cyclohexane has the so-called 'flagpole hydrogens' which cause some of its instability compared to the chair conformation.

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