A statement of Assertion is given followed by a corresponding statement of Reason (R). Choose the correct answer from the given options.
Assertion: p-Dichlorobenzene is less soluble in organic solvents than the corresponding o-isomer.
Reason: o-Dichlorobenzene is polar while p-dichlorobenzene is non-polar.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
Correct explanation: Being symmetrical, p-dichlorobenzene molecules fit closely in the crystal lattice.