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In the given potential energy diagram, the point $X$ represents:

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a transition state

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a reaction intermediate

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a resonance hybrid

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a reactant

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Solution

The correct option is A a transition state
In the given potential energy diagram, the point X represents the transition state. It is the maximum energy state and below which reaction will not occur.

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