Question

Write down symmetry operations generated by benzene molecule

Answer 1

Answer:

One can determine the symmetry operations of the point group for a particular molecule by considering the geometrical symmetry of its ...

Answer 2

Benzene contains a main C6 axis which contains S6 and S3 axes. Perpendicular to the C6 axis are 6 C2 axes. There is a σh, 3 σv and 3 σd planes, as well as an inversion centre. Hence Benzene belongs to the D6h point group.