Why is a benzene ring so stable (3 marks)?

The p orbitals on each carbon atom in benzene overlapThere is delocalisation of electrons in the ring (not 3 localised C==C double bonds)This makes benzene more thermodynamically stable than predictedIt therefore undergoes substitution reactions rather than addition reactions because addition reaction break the delocalisation in the ring. e.g The nitration of benzene results in a loss of H+ which is replaced by NO2+

AC
Answered by Aadil C. Chemistry tutor

2761 Views

See similar Chemistry A Level tutors

Related Chemistry A Level answers

All answers ▸

How is the electrophile formed for the nitration of benzene??


Why do ionic compounds like NaCl conduct electricity when dissolved but not when they’re solid, whereas metals conduct electricity when they’re solid?


Why does a sample containing compounds with chiral carbons have no effect on plane polarised light?


What is an isomer?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

© MyTutorWeb Ltd 2013–2025

Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy
Cookie Preferences