In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
- A is not correct but R is correct
- 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
Answer
(4) A is correct but R is not correct
Solution
In an ideal solution formed by mixing liquids P and Q, the intermolecular attractive forces between P-P and Q-Q are nearly equal to those between P-Q. Thus, interactions do occur between P and Q, but there is no net change in enthalpy or volume ( mix H = 0 and mix V = 0). Hence, Assertion is correct, but Reason is incorrect. Answer: (4)