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Among the following the most stable compound isA. cis - 1,2 - cyclohexanediolB. trans - 1,2 - cyclohexanediolC. cis - 1,3 - cyclohexanediolD. trans - 1,3 - cyclohexanediol

Answer» Correct Answer - D
Trans configuration is more stable than cis configuration because in cis-configuration the H groups are thrown closely enough together to cause crowding or repulsion. Again between 1,2-and 1,3-configuration, 1-3, the OH groups are placed further apart to minimise the repulsion. Hence, more stable is 1,3-configuration.


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