How do torsional and steric strain differ in their effects on molecular conformation and stability?

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2026-07-21 11:20

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Torsional strain is caused by the resistance to rotation around a bond, leading to higher energy and less stability in a molecule's conformation. Steric strain is caused by repulsion between bulky groups, also resulting in higher energy and less stability. Both strains affect molecular conformation and stability by distorting the molecule's shape and increasing its energy.

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