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Assertion : `HNO_3` makes iron passive.
Reason : `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 explanation of the assertion.

B

Both assertion and reason are correct statements, but 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.

Text Solution

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The correct Answer is:
c
Iron becomes passive due to formation of oxide layer on its surface.
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