Q. In the anion $HCOO^{-}$ the two carbon-oxygen bonds are found to be of equal length. What is the reason for it?
A) Electronic orbits of carbon atom are hybridised
B) The C=O bond is weaker than the $C - O$ bond
C) The anion $HCOO^{-}$ has two resonating structures
D) The anion is obtained by removal of a proton from the acid molecule
Explanation
The correct answer is Option C: The anion $HCOO^{-}$ has two resonating structures.
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Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.