Tert-butylcyclohexane exists practically (> 99.99%) in a single conformational form. Represent in cavalier perspective the chair conformation of the most stable tert-butylcyclohexane and explain why the other chair conformation is very disadvantaged.

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Problem 47AP: The diaxial conformation of cis-1, 3-dimethylcyclohexane is approximately 23 kJ/mol (5.4 kcal/mol)...
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Tert-butylcyclohexane exists practically (> 99.99%) in a single conformational form.
Represent in cavalier perspective the chair conformation of the most stable tert-butylcyclohexane and explain why the other chair conformation is very disadvantaged.

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