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Question
Which of the following pair represents conformers of same compound?
Which of the following pair represents conformers of same compound?
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Solution
The correct option is A
In (a), I is Sawhorse eclipsed conformation and II is Newman staggered confotrmation of 3-Methyl pentane.
In (b), I is Sawhorse staggered conformation of 3-Methyl pentane and II is Newman eclipsed conformation of 2-Methyl pentane. Hence these are conformers of different compounds.
Thus, the correct answer is (a).
In (a), I is Sawhorse eclipsed conformation and II is Newman staggered confotrmation of 3-Methyl pentane.
In (b), I is Sawhorse staggered conformation of 3-Methyl pentane and II is Newman eclipsed conformation of 2-Methyl pentane. Hence these are conformers of different compounds.
Thus, the correct answer is (a). Suggest Corrections
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