Chemistry-(general)

NEET Chemistry (general) Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 11

Assertion (A): n-Butane and isobutane are examples of chain isomers. | Reason (R): Chain isomers have different arrangements of carbon atoms in their structure.

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 explains that butane (n-butane) can have a continuous or branched chain, indicating chain isomerism, which is characterized by different arrangements of carbon atoms.

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