Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.
Assertion A: A mixture contains benzoic acid and naphthalene. The pure benzoic acid can be separated out by the use of benzene.
Reason R: Benzoic acid is soluble in hot water.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
The correct option is(D): A is false but R is true.
Since, both benzoic acid and naphthalene will dissolve in benzene. Hence assertion is wrong.
Benzoic acid is almost insoluble in cold water but soluble in hot water. Hence Reason is true.
List I | List II | ||
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A. | Antipyretic | I. | Reduces pain |
B. | Analgesic | II. | Reduces stress |
C. | Tranquilizer | III. | Reduces fever |
D. | Antacid | IV. | Reduces acidity (stomach) |
To neutralize stomach acids antacids type of drug are used. This tablet contain substances such as calcium, sodium bicarbonate, and magnesium, which act as base in the stomach.