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In the following questions, a statement of assertion (A) is following by a statement of reason (R )
A : primary alkyl halides on oxidation with DMSO gives aldehydes.
R : DMSO is used as polar aprotic solvent .

A

If both Assertion & Reason are the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion, then mark (1).

B

If both Assertion & Reason are true but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion, then mark(2).

C

If Assertion is true statement but Reason is false , then mark (3)

D

If both Assertion and Reason are false statements, then mark (4)

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To solve the question, we need to analyze the assertion (A) and the reason (R) provided: ### Assertion (A): **Primary alkyl halides on oxidation with DMSO give aldehydes.** ### Reason (R): **DMSO is used as a polar aprotic solvent.** ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Assertion:** - Primary alkyl halides can be oxidized to aldehydes. This is a well-known reaction in organic chemistry, particularly involving the use of DMSO (Dimethyl sulfoxide) as an oxidizing agent. - The process typically involves the reaction of a primary alkyl halide (e.g., RCH2X, where X is a halogen) with DMSO in the presence of a base, leading to the formation of an aldehyde (RCHO). 2. **Mechanism of the Reaction:** - In the presence of a base, DMSO can facilitate the removal of the halide ion (X-) from the primary alkyl halide. - The mechanism involves nucleophilic attack by the oxygen atom of DMSO on the carbon atom bonded to the halogen, resulting in the formation of an intermediate. - The base then abstracts a proton from the intermediate, leading to the formation of the aldehyde and dimethyl sulfide as a byproduct. 3. **Understanding the Reason:** - DMSO is classified as a polar aprotic solvent. This means it has a significant dipole moment (making it polar) but does not have acidic hydrogen atoms that can participate in hydrogen bonding (making it aprotic). - Polar aprotic solvents are known to solvate cations effectively but do not stabilize anions through hydrogen bonding, which is beneficial in certain reactions, including the oxidation of alkyl halides. 4. **Evaluating the Relationship between A and R:** - While both statements are true, the reason (R) does not directly explain why primary alkyl halides oxidize to aldehydes when using DMSO. The property of DMSO being a polar aprotic solvent is relevant, but it does not specifically justify the oxidation process leading to aldehyde formation. ### Conclusion: - Both the assertion (A) and the reason (R) are correct. - However, the reason (R) is not the correct explanation for the assertion (A). ### Final Answer: - The correct option is: **Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation for A.**
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