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The most stable conformational isomer of cis-1-bromo-2-chlorocyclohexane will have…

A

both halide atoms in axial positions.

B

both halide atoms in equatorial positions.

C

the bromine atom in an axial position and the chlorine atom in an equatorial position

D

the bromine atom in an equatorial position and the chlorine atom in an axial position.

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The correct Answer is:
D
Bulky group prefers to occupy equitorial postion to minimise the strain
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