In the following question, a statement of assertion is followed byb a statement of reason, mark the correct choice as
(a) If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
(b) If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
(c ) If assertion is true but reason is false.
(d) If both assertion and reason are false. Q. Assertion: The compressibility of solids is less than that of gases and liquids.
Reason: There is tight coupling between the neighbouring atoms in solids.

Answer

A

Explanation

The molecules in liquids are bound with their neighbours but not as strong as in solids. Molecules in gases are very poorly coupled to their neighbours.