Which of the following exhibits resonance? A) SCl₆ B) H₂O C) SO₂ D) NH₃ E) none

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Resonance is the delocalization of pi electrons, resulting in the stabilization of the molecule. Among the given options, only molecule C (SO₂) has resonance. The resonating structures of SO₂ show the delocalization of the lone pairs of electrons on the central oxygen atom to the two adjacent sulfur atoms, resulting in the stabilization of the molecule.

Which of the Following Exhibits Resonance