Mode: Resonance Hybrid
SYNTHESIZING BENZENE...
Benzene (C₆H₆)
Organic Chemistry • Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Carbon
6
Hydrogen
6
Pi e⁻
6
Resonance Concept
Benzene doesn't actually flip between Structure A and B. Instead, the pi-electrons are delocalized (spread out) over the entire ring.
Tip: Use the "Play Resonance" button to visualize how electrons move theoretically!
Molecular Data
Hybridization
sp²
Bond Angle
120°
Bond Length
1.39 Å
*Intermediate between single (1.54Å) and double (1.33Å) bonds.
Visualization Key
Carbon
Hydrogen
Delocalized Pi-Cloud