1. Use Avogadro to minimize the structures of: Note the total energies for the 2 molecules and briefly explain why one is more stable than the other. 2. Minimize the structure of cycloheptane. How many protons on each face of the molecule are involved in transannular strain?

1. Use Avogadro to minimize the structures of: Note the total energies for the 2 molecules and briefly explain why one is more stable than the other. 2. Minimize the structure of cycloheptane. How many protons on each face of the molecule are involved in transannular strain?

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1. Use Avogadro to minimize the structures of:
Note the total energies for the 2 molecules and briefly explain why one is more stable than the
other.
2. Minimize the structure of cycloheptane. How many protons on each face of the molecule are
involved in transannular strain?

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