Question

Why eclipsed conformation of alkenes is more stable?

Answer 1

Explanation:

For the eclipsed conformation, each hydrogen on the front carbon overlaps with the hydrogens on the back carbon. In terms of stability, the staggered conformation is more stable than the eclipses.

Answer 2

Explanation:

In terms of stability, the staggered conformation is more stable than the eclipses. This is for two reasons: 1) Steric hindrance. In the eclipsed conformation, the positioning of the atoms forces them closer together, increasing the amount of steric strain in the molecule.