Q.

Given below are two statements. One is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as reason (R). 
Assertion (A): Boiling points of cis isomers are higher than those of trans isomers
Reason(R): Dipole moment of cis isomers is higher than that of trans isomers.
In the light of the given statements, choose the correct answer from the options given. 

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a

Both A and R are true R is the correct explanation of A

b

Both A and R are true R is not the correct explanation of A

c

A is true but R is false

d

A is false but R is true

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

Cis isomers have high polarity and high intermolecular force, thereby a lot of energy will be required to break the bonds. Hence, cis isomers have higher boiling point.

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Given below are two statements. One is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as reason (R). Assertion (A): Boiling points of cis isomers are higher than those of trans isomersReason(R): Dipole moment of cis isomers is higher than that of trans isomers.In the light of the given statements, choose the correct answer from the options given.