Chapter 4, Problem 4.17YT

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The chair conformation of cyclohexane in Figure $\text{4-26}$ is to be drawn using the steps.

Concept introduction:

The steps to draw the chair conformation of cyclohexane are as follows:

• Draw the front and back bonds so that they are parallel.
• Draw two more sets of parallel lines to complete the ring.
• Bonds should all zigzag around the ring.
• Add the axial bond to the C at the head of the chair so that it points up. Then add the rest of the axial bonds alternating up and down.
• Draw equatorial bonds alternating up and down. The three on the left should point left, and the three on the right should point right.