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Assertion (A) : If the activation energy of a reaction is zero, temperature will have no effect on the rate constant. Reason (R ): Lower the activation energy, faster is the reaction.

A

If both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is the correct explanation of (A) .

B

If both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct exaplanation of (A)

C

If (A) is correct but (R) is incorrect

D

If (A) is incorrect but (R) is correct

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B
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Each question contains STATEMENTS-1 (Assertion) and STATEMENT -2 (Reason). Examine the statements carefully and mark the correct answer according to the instructions given below: STATEMENT -1: If the activation energy of reaction is zero, temperature will have no effect on the rate constant. STATEMENT-2: Lower the activation energy faster is the raction.

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A : If temperature does not affect the rate of reaction , E_a=0 R : Lesser the activation energy, slower will be the reaction.