Chemistry-Alkenes
NEET Chemistry Alkenes Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 11
Assertion (A): Alkenes are more reactive than alkanes. | Reason (R): The presence of a weaker π-bond in alkenes makes them susceptible to addition reactions with electrophilic reagents.
A
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
B
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C
A is true, but R is false.
D
A is false.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Alkenes are more reactive than alkanes due to the presence of a weaker π-bond, which makes them unstable and susceptible to reactions with electrophilic reagents as stated in the NCERT context.
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