Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct regarding the Inductive effect? — GOC and Organic Chemistry Basics Chemistry Question

💡 Solution & Explanation

The inductive effect is a permanent effect operating exclusively through $\sigma$ (sigma) bonds and weakens significantly after 3 to 4 carbon atoms. The complete transfer or delocalization of $\pi$ -electrons describes resonance/mesomeric effects, not the inductive effect.