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Amongst the isomeric dihalobenzenes which isomer has the highest melting point and why?

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The para-isomer

 

has the highest melting point as compared to their ortho- and metaisomers. The para-isomer is more symmetrical and fits into the crystal lattice better, as a result intermolecular forces are stronger, higher temperature required to melt the paraisomer.

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