KCET2015ChemistryThermodynamics (C)
Which of the following compound possesses the " ( C - H ) " bond with the lowest bond dissociation energy?
Options
- AToluene
- BBenzene
- Cn-pentane
- D2,2-dimethyl propane
Correct answer
A. Toluene
Step-by-step solution
In toluene, after the dissociation of ( C - H ) bond, the carbocation thus formed (i.e., benzyl carbocation) is highly stabilized byresonance. Therefore, bond dissociation energy of ( C - H ) bond in toluene will be minimum.