Physics-(general)

NEET Physics (general) Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Hard-Class 11

Assertion (A): The melting point of ice decreases with an increase in pressure. | Reason (R): The melting point is a characteristic property of a substance and remains constant irrespective of external conditions.

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 C

Detailed Explanation

The assertion is true because the melting point of ice decreases with increased pressure. The reason is false because the melting point depends on pressure, contradicting the claim that it remains constant.

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