Question

The correct order of stability of resonating structure is :

• A. $II>I$
• B. $I>II$
• C. $I\approx II$
• D. Cannot comment

Answer 1

The correct option is B $I>II$

Stability of resonating structures is directly proportional to the number of covalent bonds. In structure I, there are more covalents bonds than in structure II, also resonating structure with no charges is the most stable one. Therefore, structure I is more stable than II.