Question

The number of $\sigma$ and $\pi$-bonds in $2$-formylbenzoic acid are respectively

• A. $10, 3$
• B. $14, 3$
• C. $12, 5$
• D. $17, 5$

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Structure of 2-formyl benzoic acid is



Thus, it has $17 \sigma$ and $5\, \pi$ bonds