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Why is benzene extraordinarily stable though it contains 3 double bonds?

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Resonance and delocalisation of electrons generally leads to the stability of benzenemolecule. The dotted circle in the hybrid structure represents the six electrons which are delocalised between the six carbon atoms of the benzene ring.

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