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Statement-1 : Water can act as acid as well as base.
Statement-2 : Water can accept as well as donate `H^+` ion.

A

If both the statements are True and statement-2 is the correct explanation of statement-1

B

If both the statements are True and statement-2 is not the correct explanation of statement-1

C

If statement-1 is true and statement-2 is false

D

If statement-1 is false and statement-2 is true

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To analyze the statements provided in the question, we will evaluate each statement regarding the properties of water. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Statement-1**: - Statement-1 claims that "Water can act as acid as well as base." - This is true because water (H₂O) is amphoteric, meaning it can act as both an acid and a base depending on the reaction conditions. 2. **Understanding Statement-2**: - Statement-2 states that "Water can accept as well as donate `H^+` ion." - This is also true. Water can donate a proton (H⁺) to form hydroxide ions (OH⁻), acting as an acid. Conversely, it can accept a proton from a stronger acid, acting as a base. 3. **Analyzing the Relationship**: - Since both statements are true, we need to determine if Statement-2 provides a correct explanation for Statement-1. - The ability of water to accept and donate protons directly supports its classification as an amphoteric substance, confirming that it can act as both an acid and a base. 4. **Conclusion**: - Both statements are true, and Statement-2 is indeed a correct explanation of Statement-1. ### Final Answer: - **Option A**: Both statements are true, and Statement-2 is the correct explanation of Statement-1.
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