Chemical Thermodynamics Question 381
Question: The enthalpy of hydrogenation of cyclohexene is . If resonance energy of benzene is , its enthalpy of hydrogenation would be
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
The resonance energy provides extra stability to the benzene molecule so it has to be overcome for hydrogenation to take place. So