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Question

Build a model that corresponds to the tub conformation of the following cyclooctatetraene derivative. Based on the model that you built, draw the tub conformation, and determine the magnitude of angle formed by p orbitals of adjacent pi bonds.
Structure of cyclooctatetraene derivative for tub conformation model.

Accepted Answer

Diagram showing p-orbital angles of adjacent pi bonds at about 90 degrees.

Answer

Diagram showing p-orbital angles of adjacent pi bonds at about 0 degrees.

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Diagram showing p-orbital angles of adjacent pi bonds at about 45 degrees.

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Diagram showing p-orbital angles of adjacent pi bonds at about 10 degrees.