question_answer

The   most   stable   conformation   of chlorohydrin at room temperature is

A)  fully eclipsed

B)  partially eclipsed

C)   gauche

D)  staggered

Correct Answer: C

Solution :

                Due to weak H-bonding between H atom of \[-OH\]group and\[Cl,\]gauche conformation is most stable conformation of chlorohydrin.