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Assertion : Combustion of all organic compounds is an exothermic reaction.
Reason : The enthalpies of all elements in their standard state are zero.
ChemistryThermodynamics (C)
Options:
  • A
    If both Assertion and Reason are correct and the Reason is a correct explanation of the Assertion.
  • B
    If both Assertion and Reason are correct but Reason is not a correct explanation of the Assertion.
  • C
    If the Assertion is correct but Reason is incorrect.
  • D
    If the Assertion is incorrect but the Reason is correct.
Solution:
2502 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is:
If both Assertion and Reason are correct but Reason is not a correct explanation of the Assertion.
In combustion reaction, enthalpy of the reactants is always greater than the enthalpy of the product.

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