Write the structure of the first member of the aromatic hydrocarbons. OR Explain the structure of benzene.

Write the structure of the first member of the aromatic

hydrocarbons. OR Explain the structure of benzene.
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Benzene is the first member of the aromatic hydrocarbon series.

Its molecular formula is C 6 H 6 . A benzene molecule is made up of

6 carbon atoms and 6 hydrogen atoms. Its structural formula is as

shown in the figure. A benzene ring has six carbon atoms with

alternate single and double bonds.
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