NEET Chemistry Atomic & Molecular Mass Assertion Reason Question
Assertion (A): The empirical formula of a compound can be determined if the mass per cent of various elements in the compound is known.
Reason (R): The molecular formula shows the simplest whole number ratio of various atoms present in a compound.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
A is true but R is false.
A is false.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The assertion is true because knowing the mass percent composition allows determination of the empirical formula. The reason is false because the molecular formula shows the exact number of atoms, not the simplest ratio.
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