Which of the following compound possesses the "C - H" bond with the lowest bond dissociation energy ?

Question

Which of the following compound possesses the "C - H" bond with the lowest bond dissociation energy ? (A) Toluene (B) Benzene (C) n-pentane (D) 2, 2-dimethyl propane

Tardigrade Admin · Accepted Answer

Toluene has lowest bond dissociation energy as the C—H protons are involved in hyperconjugation.

Q. Which of the following compound possesses the "C - H" bond with the lowest bond dissociation energy ?

Toluene

Benzene

n-pentane

2, 2-dimethyl propane

Toluene has lowest bond dissociation energy as the C—H protons are involved in hyperconjugation.