Manipal MET2014ChemistryChemical Equilibrium
The nitrite ion in represented by (I) [ O - N =O]⁻ (II) [ N = O - O ]⁻ Which of the structures represents possible resonance forms of this ion?
Options
- AOnly I
- BOnly II
- CBoth I and II
- DNeither I and II
Correct answer
A. Only I
Step-by-step solution
In structure II, position of N is changed which is not allowed in resonance.