Question

How many $\pi$ electrons are there in the given compound?

• A. 2
• B. 4
• C. 6
• D. 8

Answer 1

The correct option is C 6

In the given compound, the double bonds and the negative charge are in conjugation with each other. Therefore, the compound has 6 $\pi$-electrons (4 $\pi$-electrons due to the two double bonds and 2 $\pi$-electrons due to the negative charge).