Identify the correct structural mapping for the aromatic radical "Benzyl". — IUPAC and Nomenclature Chemistry Question

💡 Solution & Explanation

A phenyl group is $-C_6H_5$. A benzyl group has one $CH_2$ side chain buffering the ring ($-CH_2C_6H_5$). Benzal has two free valencies ($>CH-C_6H_5$). Benzo has three free valencies ($\equiv C-C_6H_5$).