Which of the following has the maximum number of resonating structures?

1. Benzene
2. Anthracene
3. Naphthalene
4. Phenanthrene

Solution

- Therefore Phenanthrene shows five resonating structures.
- Among the given options Phenanthrene shows the highest number of resonating structures.

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