Q20 / 90 · JEE Main 2024 (09 Apr Shift 1) · Chemistry

Relative stability of the contributing structures is : Figure

  • Correct answer
    A
    (I) \( > \) (II) \( > \) (III)
  • B
    (I) \( > \) (III) \( > \) (II)
  • C
    \(\text { (II) } > \text { (I) } > \text { (III) }\)
  • D
    \(\text { (III) } > \text { (II) } > \text { (I) }\)

Solution

(1) Neutral structures are more stable than charged ones. Therefore I is more stable than II and III. (2) +ve charge on less electronegative atom is more stable i.e., $\mathrm{C}^{\oplus}$ is more stable than $\mathrm{O}^{\oplus}$ Order is I $>$ III $>$ III

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

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