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Ionization of Aromatics

Problem 1

Ionization of Aromatics

18. Aromaticity / Ionization of Aromatics / Problem 1

Identify the direction of the dipole moment in the structure shown below. Provide a brief explanation.

ANSWERS OPTIONS

A

The dipole arrow points in that direction because of an anti-aromatic resonance contributor.

B

The dipole arrow points in that direction because of an anti-aromatic resonance contributor.

C

The dipole arrow points in that direction because of an aromatic resonance contributor.

D

The dipole arrow points in that direction because of an aromatic resonance contributor.

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