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Published on: August 13, 2026
In the thiocyanate ion, SCN – three resonating structure are possible with the electron-dot method as shown in figure:
The decreasing order of % contribution in resonance hybrid is:
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
(i) Negative charge is more stable on ‘S’ than on N (size factor is dominant over EN factor).
(ii) Less formal charge provides more stability.
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