Q. Match the intermediates given in Column I with their probable structures in Column II
Column I Column II
(A) Free radical (i) Trigonal planar
(B) Carbocation (ii) Pyramidal
(C) Carbanion (iii) Linear

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Solution:

Column I Column II
i Free radical Free radical is formed as a result of hemolytic fission and C becomes sp 2 hybridized. Shape of free radical is trigonal planar
ii Carbocation In carbocation, positively charged is hybridized and shape is trigonal planar
iii Carbonation In carbanion, negatively charged is hybridized with lone pair and shape Carbanion Is pyramidal