Which of the four structures (a) to (d) given are aromatic?
A
a and d
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B
b and c
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C
a and b
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D
a and c
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Solution
The correct option is B a and c Aromaticity depends on 3 factors: 1. planarity of the molecule. 2. The molecules must be fully conjugated. 3. The molecules must follow Huckel's rule (4n+2 pi electrons).
The cyclopropene cation in option A is aromatic as it is planar molecule and has sp2 hybridized carbon atoms along with 2 π electrons.
Similarly, the compound in option C i.e. Biphenyl is also aromatic as it follows all the criteria required for aromaticity.