Chemistry-Atomic & Molecular Mass

NEET Chemistry Atomic & Molecular Mass Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Medium-Class 11

Assertion (A): The molecular formula of a compound can be determined if the empirical formula and the molar mass are known. | Reason (R): The molecular formula represents the simplest whole number ratio of various atoms present in a compound.

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 C

Detailed Explanation

The molecular formula can be determined using the empirical formula and molar mass, but the reason given is incorrect. The molecular formula gives the exact number of atoms, not the simplest ratio.

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