Chapter 10.SE, Problem 36AP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The resonance structures are to be drawn for the benzyl radical, an intermediate formed in the NBS bromination of toluene.

Concept introduction:

Resonance forms differ only in the placement of their π bonding and lone-pair of electrons. The positions of atoms do not differ in different structures. The movement of electrons from one resaonance structure to other is indicated with curved arrows.

To draw:

The resonance structures for the benzyl radical, an intermediate formed in the NBS bromination of toluene.