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Solution:
Protons are equivalent if they are involved in similar bonds,
that is, if the geometry of the remainder of the molecule is
identical with regard to the protons, or, in other words,
if the character of the neighboring chemical bonds is
identical.
Now try to classify the various pairs of protons of thiophene
| proton pair |
equivalent |
non-equivalent |
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| 2-3
2-4
2-5
3-4
3-5
4-5
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Now check your answers!
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