Provide an explanation for the surprising fact that all-trans-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexaisopropylcyclohexane is a stable molecule in which all isopropyl groups are axial.

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Chapter3: Stereoisomerism And Chirality
Section3.4: Acyclic Molecules With Two Or More Stereocenters
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Provide an explanation for the surprising fact that all-trans-1,2,3,4,5,6-
hexaisopropylcyclohexane is a stable molecule in which all isopropyl groups are axial.

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