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Because of the delocalized bonding in graphite, graphite is able to conduct electricity. I'd figure benzene, which has a similar structure, would be able to conduct electricity. Is this so?
No, it is not.kingdomof said:Because of the delocalized bonding in graphite, graphite is able to conduct electricity. I'd figure benzene, which has a similar structure, would be able to conduct electricity. Is this so?
No, benzene is a nonpolar molecule and does not have free electrons to carry an electric current.
Benzene is a symmetrical molecule with a delocalized pi electron system. This means that the electrons are evenly distributed throughout the molecule and are not available to carry an electric current.
Benzene is considered an insulator because it does not allow the flow of electric current.
Yes, benzene can be made to conduct electricity by adding impurities or by introducing functional groups that can donate or accept electrons, breaking the symmetry of the molecule.
Conducting benzene can be used in the production of organic semiconductors, which are used in electronic devices such as solar cells and transistors. It can also be used in the synthesis of other organic compounds for various industrial purposes.