Chemistry-Functional Group Tests

NEET Chemistry Functional Group Tests Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Medium-Class 12

Assertion (A): The addition of barium chloride to a solution containing sulphate ions results in a white precipitate. | Reason (R): Barium sulphate formed is insoluble in concentrated acids.

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

The NCERT context explains that barium sulphate forms a white precipitate and is insoluble in concentrated HCl or HNO3, hence supporting the assertion and reason.

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