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How many π electrons are there in the given compound?

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2
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4
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C
6
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8
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Solution

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 π-electrons (4 π-electrons due to the two double bonds and 2 π-electrons due to the negative charge).

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