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Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R Assertion A: The reduction of a metal oxide is easier if the metal formed is in liquid state than solid state. Reason R: The value of ΔG° becomes more negative as entropy is higher in liquid state than solid state. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below
- Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
- Both A and R are correct but R is not the correct explanation of A
- A is correct but R is not correct
- A is not correct but R is correct
Correct answer: A is correct but R is not correct
Solution
The assertion is correct because the liquid state allows for easier movement and reaction of particles, facilitating the reduction process. However, the reason provided is inaccurate; while entropy is generally higher in the liquid state, it does not directly explain why the reduction of metal oxides is easier in that state.
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