Draw the (1R,2S,3R)-2-bromo-1-ethyl-3-methylcyclohexane.

Draw the two chair conformations of this molecule.

Which chair conformation is the most stable? Which one can undergo E2 elimination?

Give the major E2 elimination product. Can we form other products?

Question

Draw the (1R,2S,3R)-2-bromo-1-ethyl-3-methylcyclohexane.

Draw the two chair conformations of this molecule.

Which chair conformation is the most stable? Which one can undergo E2 elimination?

Give the major E2 elimination product. Can we form other products?

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Accepted Answer

E2 reactions - 3 | Alkyl Halides - Elimination Reactions