Which of the following has the lowest melting point: cyclohexane,hexane,benzene?
A)cyclohexane
B)hexane
C)benzene
D)They have approximately the same melting point.
E)There is not enough information to determine.

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Hexane has the lowest melting point among the three due to its linear structure, which results in weaker van der Waals forces compared to the cyclic structures of cyclohexane and benzene.

Which of the Following Has the Lowest Melting Point: Cyclohexane,hexane,benzene