Chapter 23.10, Problem 10P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structure and resonating structures of the radical that forms during the reaction of BHT with an alkyl radical $\left(R·\right)$ are to be drawn.

Concept Introduction:

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Resonance is a method of representing delocalized electrons present in certain molecules that cannot be described by a single Lewis structure.

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Resonance structures are also known as hybrid structures or canonical structures. The phenomenon is generally taken place in an unsaturated molecule that is associated with lone pairs of electrons.