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Which among the following structures cannot represent resonance form for diamagnetic N2O?

Correct answer: E. Option E

  • A. Option A
  • B. Option B
  • C. Option C
  • D. Option D
  • E. Option E

Explanation

From the above resonance diagrams, it is clear that (A) and (B) are the correct representations for N2 O. In(C), oxygen more than 8 electrons, which is not possible. In (D), nitrogen on both sides has 6 valence electrons, instead of 5, which is not possible. In structure (E), oxygen atom is absent. Hence, (C), (D) and (E) are the incorrect representations.

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