Goc Theory Part 4 Ques4

Question: Which of the following is an example of a non-benzenoid aromatic compound?

Options:

A) Toluene

B) Naphthalene

C) Cyclopentadienyl anion

D) Pyrrole

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Answer: c

Explanation:

A) Toluene is a benzenoid compound.

B) Naphthalene is a benzenoid compound.

C) Correct. The cyclopentadienyl anion is a non-benzenoid aromatic compound.

D) Pyrrole is a heterocyclic aromatic compound, but it’s not considered non-benzenoid.