Q51 / 200 · Manipal (MET) 2010 · Chemistry

Inductive effect involves

  • A
    delocalisation of $\sigma$-electrons
  • Correct answer
    B
    displacement of $\sigma$-electrons
  • C
    delocalisation of $n$-electrons
  • D
    displacement of $\pi$-electrons

Solution

Inductive effect involves only displacement (and not delocalisation) of $\sigma$-electrons.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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