Question

Benzene contains six carbon atoms bonded in a ring. Which best describes these bonds?

A six identical double bonds
B three identical single bonds alternating with three identical double bonds
C six identical bonds, each a hybrid between a single bond and a double bond
D six identical single bonds

Answer 1

B. Three identical single bonds alternating with three identical double bonds

The chemical bonding structure of benzene consists of six carbon atoms bonded together in a ring. In this structure, there are three single bonds and three double bonds, which are arranged in an alternating pattern around the ring. This bond arrangement is known as an aromatic bond and is characteristic of aromatic compounds such as benzene.

It is characterized by its high stability and low reactivity, which are due to the delocalization of the electrons in the ring.