The stability of free radicals largely depends on hyperconjugation and resonance. The correct decrea — GOC and Organic Chemistry Basics Chemistry Question
Question
The stability of free radicals largely depends on hyperconjugation and resonance. The correct decreasing order of stability for the following radicals is:
Answer: A
💡 Solution & Explanation
Radicals are highly stabilized by resonance. The triphenylmethyl radical has extensive delocalization across three benzene rings. Benzyl is stabilized by one ring, allyl by one double bond. Resonance generally provides more stabilization than hyperconjugation (tert-Butyl).
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