Q.61. Consider the following molecules/species:
[Figure: Three organic molecules labeled (x), (y), and (z). (x) is CH₃-C(=O)-CH₃ (acetone). (y) is CH₃-C(=O)-O⁻ (acetate ion). (z) is CH₃-C(=O)-H (acetaldehyde).]
The correct order of carbon – oxygen double bond length is:

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x > z > y

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Q.61. Consider the following molecules/species: [Figure: Three organic molecules labeled (x), (y), and (z). (x) is CH₃-C(=O)-CH₃ (acetone). (y) is CH₃-C(=O)-O⁻ (acetate ion). (z) is CH₃-C(=O)-H (acetaldehyde).] The correct order of carbon – oxygen double bond length is:

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