$CH_2 = O \leftrightarrow \overset{\oplus}{C}H_2 - \overset{\ominus}{O} \leftrightarrow \overset{\ominus}{C}H_2 - \overset{\oplus}{O}$
Which of these structures is practically not a valid canonical structure for formaldehyde?

  • A
    $I$
  • B
    $II$
  • C
    $III$
  • D
    None of these

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