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Assertion (A) HNO(3) makes iron passive....

Assertion (A) `HNO_(3)` makes iron passive.
Reason (R ) `HNO_(3)` forms a protective layer of ferric nitrate on the surface of iron.

A

Both Assertion and Reason are correct statements , and Reason is the correct explation of the Assertion.

B

Both Assertion and Reason are correct statements , and Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.

C

Assertion is correct, but Reason is wrong statement.

D

Assertion is wrong but Reason is correct statement.

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Assertion is true, but reason is false.
`HNO_(3)` makes iron passive due to formation of passive form of oxide on the surface.
Hence, Fe does not dissolve in conc `HNO_(3)` solution.
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