STANDARD Chemistry Carbanions MCQ Question
Which of the following statements is not true about the stability of carbanions?
Stability of carbanions increases with increase in s-character of orbital.
The electron withdrawing groups like –NO₂, –CN, >C=O increases the stability of carbanions.
Order of stability of carbanions is 3° > 2° > 1°.
The negatively charged carbon is sp³ hybridised and pyramidal.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Order of stability of carbanions is 1° > 2° > 3° because primary carbanions are less sterically hindered and can better stabilize the negative charge.
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