Q.

Which of the following statements about resonance is not correct?

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a

The hybrid structure has equal contribution from all the resonating structures

b

The different resonance structures of a molecule have fixed arrangement of atomic nuclei.

c

The different resonance structures of a molecule should have same number of unpaired electrons

d

None of the individual resonating structures explains the various characteristics of the molecule

answer is C.

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Detailed Solution

Resonance: For any given molecule or ion, the hybrid structure has equal contribution from all the resonating structures. It means any single structure does not explain the complete properties of a molecule.

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