Resonance in carbonate ion $CO_3^{2-}$ is shown below. Which of the following statements is true?
- AIt is possible to identify each structure individually by some physical or chemical method.
- BAll these structures are in dynamic equilibrium with each other.
- CEach structure exists for an equal amount of time.
- D$CO_3^{2-}$ has a single structure,i.e.,the resonance hybrid of the above three structures.
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