Question

Select the true statement about benzene amongst the following

(a) because of unsaturation benzene easily undergoes addition

(b) there are two types of C - C bonds in benzene molecule

(c) there is cyclic delocalisation of π-electrons in benzene

(d) monosubstitution of benzene gives three isomeric products.

Answer 1

The correct option is: (c) there is cyclic delocalisation of π-electrons in benzene

Explanation:

Due to resonance all the C - C bonds in the benzene possess same nature and the resonating structures are obtained because of the delocalisation of π-electrons.