Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Hard-Class 11
Assertion (A): n-Hexane has more structural isomers than C5H12.
Reason (R): Structural isomers differ in the arrangement of carbon atoms in their chains.
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, but R is true.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The NCERT context states that C5H12 has three chain isomers. n-Hexane (C6H14) has more isomers, as illustrated in the context, confirming the assertion. The reason correctly explains that structural isomers differ in their carbon chain arrangement.
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