Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Hard-Class 12
Assertion (A): Mn2O7 is a covalent compound. | Reason (R): As the oxidation number of a metal increases, the ionic character of its compounds decreases.
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, and R is true.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The NCERT context states that Mn2O7 is a covalent green oil and also mentions that as the oxidation number of a metal increases, its ionic character decreases, which correctly explains the nature of Mn2O7.
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