Organic Chemistry Basics 1 Question 37

43. The total number(s) of stable conformers with non-zero dipole moment for the following compound is/are

(2014 Adv.)

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 43. $(a, c, d)$

Solution:

  1. PLAN This problem can be solved by using concept of conformational analysis of given organic compound. To solve the question draw the stable conformational structures of organic compound and determine the net resultant dipole moment.

The conformations of the given compound are as follows

(Me-Me)gauche

(Br-Me)gauche

(Cl-Me)gauche

These three have non-zero dipole moment due to non-cancellation of all dipole moment created by $\mathrm{C}-\mathrm{Cl}$ and $\mathrm{C}-\mathrm{Br}$ bond.