Unit 3 Part 9 - Delocalized electrons

Question 1

What indicates a high degree of unsaturation in benzene?

Answer 1

The 1:1 ratio of carbon to hydrogen

Question 2

What are the special properties of delocalized electrons?

Answer 2

1. Greater stability
2. Resonance energy
3. Electrical conductivity

Question 3

Greater stability in delocalized electrons?

Answer 3

Delocalization allows electrons to spread out, reducing repulsion

Question 4

Resonance energy in delocalized electrons?

Answer 4

Extra energy that is required to get molecules w/delocalized energy to react

Question 5

Electrical conductivity in delocalized electrons?

Answer 5

Having delocalized e throughout entire structure allows e to move across structure in response to voltage
- Means they conduct electricity in solid state