Question

In order to avoid having to draw multiple resonance structures, a resonance hybrid can be drawn. Which of the following are correct descriptions of a resonance hybrid?

I. Resonance hybrids often depict partial charges.
II. For where a double or single bond may exist, a dotted line can be used to represent the second bond.
III. Resonance hybrids are considered the ""averages"" of the possible resonance structures.

(A) I and II only
(B) I and III only
(C) II and III only
(D) I, II and III"

Answer 1

A resonance hybrid is a representation of the true structure of a molecule that displays resonance. It is an average of the possible resonance structures and often depicts partial charges.

Step-by-step explanation:

A resonance hybrid is a representation of the true structure of a molecule that displays resonance. They are considered the 'averages' of the possible resonance structures. The correct descriptions of a resonance hybrid include: