Medium MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2023

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A : In the Ellingham diagram, a sharp change in slope of the line is observed for $\mathrm{Mg} \rightarrow \mathrm{MgO}$ at $\sim 1120^{\circ} \mathrm{C}$

Reason R: There is a large change of entropy associated with the change of state

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

  1. A Both $\mathbf{A}$ and $\mathbf{R}$ are true and $\mathbf{R}$ is the correct explanation of $\mathbf{A}$ Correct answer
  2. B $\mathbf{A}$ is false but $\mathbf{R}$ is true
  3. C Both $\mathbf{A}$ and $\mathbf{R}$ are true but $\mathbf{R}$ is NOT the correct explanation of $\mathbf{A}$
  4. D $\mathbf{A}$ is true but $\mathbf{R}$ is false

Solution

In the Ellingham diagram, a sharp change in slope of the line is observed for $\mathrm{Mg}-\mathrm{MgO}$ at $\sim 1120^{\circ} \mathrm{C}$ because that is the boiling point of magnesium.<br/><br/> There is a large increase in entropy associated with the change of state of magnesium. So, both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of $(A)$.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: p-Block Elements · Topic: Group 13: Boron Family

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