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Assertion: The atomic radii of calcium is smaller than sodium
Reason: Calcuim has a lower nuclear charge than sodium.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion

B

If the 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 assertion is false but reason is true.

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The correct Answer is:
C
Calcium has a higher nuclear charge than sodium.
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