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18.2—The delocalised model for the structure of benzene involves overlap of p-orbitals to form π-bonds

Syllabus
2017
Objective
18.2
Level
A2

—The delocalised model for the structure of benzene involves overlap of p-orbitals to form π-bonds

Understand that the delocalised model for the structure of benzene involves overlap of p-orbitals to form π-bonds.

Use —the delocalised model for the structure of benzene involves overlap of p-orbitals to form π-bonds to connect the rule to the data and decision in the question.

This matters because —the delocalised model for the structure of benzene involves overlap of p-orbitals to form π-bonds determines what can be inferred or chosen; begin with the stated conditions and keep the conclusion tied to the evidence.

Example: apply —the delocalised model for the structure of benzene involves overlap of p-orbitals to form π-bonds to one small, clearly defined case, show the key step or comparison, and explain the result in words.

Boundary: —The delocalised model for the structure of benzene involves overlap of p-orbitals to form π-bonds is not a universal recommendation. Check the syllabus scope, assumptions, units and the limits of the evidence before generalising.

ConceptA-Level Edexcel Chemistry A2