Question

How many $\pi$ - electrons are there in the following structure?

• A. 2
• B. 4
• C. 6
• D. 8

Answer 1

The correct option is C

6

Each $\pi$ - bond contributes two $\pi$ - electrons and the two elctrons of the lone pair are also presnet in a p-orbital. Therefore, total number of $\pi$ - electrons is 6