Assertion `(A):` The electrolysis of `NaCl` solution gives `H_(2)(g)` at cathode and `Cl_(2)(g)` at anode.
Reason `(R) : Cl_(2)` has higher oxidation potential than `H_(2)O`

Options

A. If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is ont the correct explanation of 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 is false but reason is rue

Answer

C

Explanation

Correct Reason : Chlorine has higher reduction potenital than water but lower discharge potential .