Newman Projections Flashcards
1
Q
rotational/torsional energy, torsional strain
A
repulsion of e- in the covalent bonds themselves in eclipsed conformation
Resistance to rotation
2
Q
steric hinderance
A
interference of big groups in eclipsing conformations (e- repel each other)
3
Q
gauche stabilized by H bonding
A
F, O, N
4
Q
Rotating towards eclipsed increases ____ energy
A
Potential
5
Q
Anti conformer
A
Decreased steric hinderance
