Which of the following is an example of conjugated diketone?
(A)(see structure)
(B)(see structure)
(C)(see structure)✓ Correct
(D)(see structure)
Answer: (C)
Solution
A conjugated diketone has two carbonyl groups separated by a single carbon-carbon double bond, allowing for conjugation. Option C shows a cyclic structure with two carbonyl groups conjugated through alternating double bonds (C=C-C=O-C=C-C=O pattern), making it a conjugated diketone. The other options show isolated or non-conjugated carbonyl groups.
JEE Main · 2022 · 24 Jun 2022 · Shift 1 · Single correct option