Consider the following compound (X):

The most stable and least stable carbon radicals, respectively, produced by homolytic cleavage of corresponding C-H bond are:

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Consider the following compound (X):

The most stable and least stable carbon radicals, respectively, produced by homolytic cleavage of corresponding C-H bond are:

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Step 1: Criteria for Resonance Stability
1. Structures with more covalent bonds are generally more stable.
2. Structures with complete octets for all atoms are much more stable.
3. Charge separation decreases stability.

Step 2: Comparison
- Structure A: Carbocation with incomplete octet on Carbon.
- Structure B: All atoms (including Oxygen) have complete octets, though Oxygen bears a positive charge.

Step 3: Conclusion
Complete octet (Structure B) always overrides charge placement on electrone

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