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Published on: August 13, 2026
In this question, two statements I and II are given. Mark the correct choice as:
Statement 
: 
-Dichlorobenzene is less soluble in organic solvents than the corresponding o-isomer.
Statement II: o-Dichlorobenzene is polar while 
-dichlorobenzene is not.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
: 
-Dichlorobenzene being more symmetrical than o-isomer fits closely in the crystal lattice
and hence greater amount of energy is needed to break the crystal lattice. Thus, 
-isomer is less soluble than 
-isomer.
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