Which statement is true for the given compound?

The molecule has a planar structure

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The molecule is non-aromatic

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The molecule is anti-aromatic

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The pi-electrons are not in conjugation

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Solution

The correct option is B The molecule is non-aromatic
Cyclooctatetraene possesses a tub like structure. It is non-planar and that is the reason as to why it is non-aromatic in nature.

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