NEET Chemistry · Hard

Organic Chemistry: Some Basic Principles and Techniques: Hyperconjugation MCQ

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HyperconjugationHardQuestion 32023

Question

Hyperconjugation is often described as:

  1. A
    no-bond resonance involving sigma electrons
    Correct
  2. B
    pi bond breaking only
  3. C
    hydrogen bonding inside molecule
  4. D
    ionic delocalization in salts

Correct answer

no-bond resonance involving sigma electrons

Explanation

It helps explain stability of carbocations and alkenes.