In the following question, a statement of assertion is followed by a statement of reason…

Chemistry · Class 11 · CBSEHydrocarbons

In the following question, a statement of assertion is followed by a statement of reason. Mark the correct choice.
Assertion : cis-Form of alkene is found to be more polar than the trans-form.
Reason : Since the groups are in opposite directions, the dipole moments of bonds cancel each other making trans form almost non-polar.
  1. Both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
  2. Both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
  3. Assertion is true but reason is false.
  4. Both assertion and reason are false.

Answer

(A) Both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.

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