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Eclipsed conformation

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Organic Chemistry

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In organic chemistry, an eclipsed conformation occurs when atoms or groups attached to adjacent carbons are aligned with each other, maximizing their overlap as viewed along the bond axis between the two carbons. This alignment results in higher torsional strain due to the repulsion between electron clouds of these atoms or groups.

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