Which of the following is not an example of cross-conjugation?
A
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B
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C
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D
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Solution
The correct option is D (a) The first molecule has a keto group attached to two phenyl rings. The C=O double bond is in cross conjugation with the double bonds of the two phenyl rings.
(b) In the second molecule, the middle double bond is in cross-conjugation with the other two side double bonds.
(c) In the third molecule, the lone pair of oxygen atom is in cross-conjugation with the two double bonds.
(d) The fourth molecule does not show any type of cross-conjugation. It shows extended conjugation.