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23. Which of the following statements is not correct about the structure of the Carbonyl group?
A. The structure is sp'-hybridized and forms 3 sigma bond.
B. The 3 atoms lie in the same plane with a bond angle of 1200.
C The carbonyl carbon is nucleophilic whilst the oxygen center is Electrophilic
They are more polar than ethers
Carbonyl compounds have substantial dipole moments



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Final answer:

The structure of a carbonyl group and clarifying an incorrect statement about nucleophilicity and electrophilicity within the group.


Explanation:

The structure of a carbonyl group:

  • Correct Statements:
  • A. The structure is sp2-hybridized and forms 3 sigma bonds.
  • B. The 3 atoms lie in the same plane with a bond angle of 120o.
  • D. Carbonyl compounds have substantial dipole moments.
  • Incorrect Statement:
  • C. The carbonyl carbon is nucleophilic while the oxygen center is electrophilic (not the other way around).

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