6 difference between resonance and inductive effects
S.NO. | Resonance Effect | Inductive Effect |
1. | Occurs in unsaturated and conjugated systems with alternating single and multiple bonds. | Operates through single bonds, particularly in saturated (sp3) carbon atoms. |
2. | Results from polarization of a sigma bond between two unlike atoms. | |
3. | Electrons move through pi or n lone pairs of electrons. | Electrons move through sigma bonds. |
4. | More powerful than inductive effect. | Weaker than resonance effect. |
5. | Influences the stability and reactivity of molecules with delocalized electrons. | Influences the distribution of charges in a molecule. |
6. | Can affect the acidity/basicity of a compound. | Can lead to the development of partial positive or negative charges on atoms. |
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