Assertion (A): Alkali metals can form ionic hydrides which contain hydride ion, H. Reason (R ): The alkali metals have low EN. Their hydrides conduct electricity, when fused and liberate hydrogen at the anode.
A
if both the assertion and reason are true and reason is true explanation of the assertion.
B
If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
C
If the assertion is true but reason is false.
D
If assertion if false but reason is true.
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a
Both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
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