Define Aromatic compound and Aliphatic compound. Differentiate between them. Prepare the structure of Benzene. Discuss the factors affecting the stability of Benzene.
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The question is asking to explain various concepts related to aromatic and aliphatic compounds in chemistry, including definitions and characteristics.
Answer
Aromatics have stable ring systems; aliphatics have chains. Benzene's stability is due to resonance and Huckel’s rule.
Aromatic compounds have conjugated planar ring systems with delocalized pi-electrons, like benzene, while aliphatic compounds have straight or branched chains. Benzene is stable due to resonance and follows Huckel’s rule (4n+2 pi electrons).
Answer for screen readers
Aromatic compounds have conjugated planar ring systems with delocalized pi-electrons, like benzene, while aliphatic compounds have straight or branched chains. Benzene is stable due to resonance and follows Huckel’s rule (4n+2 pi electrons).
More Information
Benzene, C6H6, is highly stable due to its resonance structure where electrons are delocalized across the ring, making it less reactive than typical alkenes.
Tips
Ensure to apply Huckel’s rule correctly: count the pi electrons to check for aromaticity.
Sources
- Structure and Stability of Benzene - Chemistry LibreTexts - chem.libretexts.org
- Aromatic Compounds - Definition, Example, Properties - BYJU'S - byjus.com
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