Question:

Identify the species having one \(\pi\)-bond and maximum number of canonical forms from the following :

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Draw the Lewis structures: count pi bonds per structure and number of resonance (canonical) forms.
Updated On: Nov 4, 2026
  • \(\mathrm{SO_3}\)
  • \(\mathrm{O_2}\)
  • \(\mathrm{SO_2}\)
  • \(\mathrm{CO_3^{2-}}\)
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

\(\mathrm{O_2}\): O=O, one \(\pi\)-bond but only one structure (no resonance).
\(\mathrm{SO_2}\): drawn with two S=O double bonds, i.e. two \(\pi\)-bonds.
\(\mathrm{SO_3}\): drawn with three S=O double bonds, i.e. three \(\pi\)-bonds (3 canonical forms).
\(\mathrm{CO_3^{2-}}\): one C=O \(\pi\)-bond in each structure, with the double bond placed on any of the three oxygens, giving 3 canonical forms.
So the species with one \(\pi\)-bond and the maximum (3) canonical forms is \(\mathrm{CO_3^{2-}}\).
Answer: (4) \(\mathrm{CO_3^{2-}}\)
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