MCQ 11 Mark
Notes : In the following questions a statement of Assertion $(A)$ followed by a statement of Reason $(R)$ is given. Choose the correct option out of the Choices given below each question.
Assertion $(A)$ : Combustion of all organic compounds is an exothermic reaction.
Reason $(R)$ : The enthalpies of all elements in their standard state are zero.
Assertion $(A)$ : Combustion of all organic compounds is an exothermic reaction.
Reason $(R)$ : The enthalpies of all elements in their standard state are zero.
- A$A$ and $R$ both are correct, and $R$ is the correct explanation of $A.$
- ✓$A$ and $R$ both are correct, but $R$ is not the correct explanation of $A$.
- C$A$ is true but $R$ is false.
- D$A$ and $R$ both are false.
Answer
View full question & answer→Correct option: B.
$A$ and $R$ both are correct, but $R$ is not the correct explanation of $A$.
Combustion of organic compounds is always exothermic. Heat or enthalpy of formation of natural elements in their standard state is considered to be zero.