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Benzene contains double bonds but does n...

Benzene contains double bonds but does not give addition reactions because

A

Double bonds in benzene rinig are strong

B

Double bonds change their position rapidly

C

Resonance lowers the energy of benzene molecule and leads to greater stabilization

D

Benzene has cumulative double bonds.

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The correct Answer is:
C
Stability by resonance.
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