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According to Kekule's structure of benzene, how many ortho disubstituted isomers should be observed?
According to Kekule's structure of benzene, how many ortho disubstituted isomers should be observed?
- One
- None
- Two (correct)
- Three
What does the resonance theory explain about the carbon-carbon bonds in benzene?
What does the resonance theory explain about the carbon-carbon bonds in benzene?
- They are polarized with unequal bond lengths
- They are equivalents with bond lengths shorter than normal single bonds and longer than double bonds (correct)
- They are longer than double bonds but shorter than normal single bonds
- They are shorter than double bonds but longer than normal single bonds
What property of benzene contributes to its high stability according to the resonance theory?
What property of benzene contributes to its high stability according to the resonance theory?
- Presence of triple bonds
- Strong electronegativity of carbon atoms
- Presence of polar covalent bonds
- Delocalization of pi-electrons (correct)
What is the observed resonance energy of benzene?
What is the observed resonance energy of benzene?
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What is the molecular formula of benzene?
What is the molecular formula of benzene?
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