The dipole moment of trans1,2-dicholoroethene is less than its cis isomer. Explain ?
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Explanation:
1, 2 Dichloroethene
1,2-Dichloroethene, commonly called 1,2-dichloroethylene or 1,2-DCE, is an organochloride with the molecular formula C2H2Cl2. It is a highly flammable, colorless liquid with a sharp, harsh odor. It can exist as either of two geometric isomers, cis-1,2-dichloroethene or trans-1,2-dichloroethene, but is often used as a mixture of the two. They have modest solubility in water. These compounds have few industrial applications,although they are fundamental given their simple stoichiometries.
The structure of trans isomer is more symmetrical as compared to the cis – isomer. In the trans – isomer, the dipole moments of the polar C-Cl bonds are likely to cancel effect of each other and the resultant dipole moment of the molecule is nearly zero. But in the cis – isomer, these do not cancel. Therefore, the cis isomer has a specific moment but is zero in case of trans isomer.
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