Goc Theory Part 7 Ques2
Question: Which of the following best represents the resonance hybrid of phenol?
Options:
A) $ C_6H_5-OH $
B) $ C_6H_5-O^- $
C) $ C_6H_5=O $
D) A combination of $ C_6H_5-OH $ and $ C_6H_5-O^- $
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Answer: d
Explanation:
A) This represents only one contributing structure and not the resonance hybrid.
B) This represents only the anionic form and not the complete resonance hybrid.
C) This structure is not a correct representation of phenol.
D) This is correct as the resonance hybrid is a combination of the neutral and anionic forms.
BETA
