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CHM 102 Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism Objective Question
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Which of the following dienes is the most stable?
Options
A 1,2-Butadiene (cumulated)
B 1,3-Butadiene (conjugated)
Correct Answer
C 1,4-Pentadiene (isolated)
D All are equally stable
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Conjugated dienes (1,3-butadiene) are more stable than isolated or cumulated dienes due to delocalization of π electrons.

Hint

Alternating single and double bonds allow resonance.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 169 of 1999
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