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Assertion : In the extraction of Ag, complex `Na[Ag(CN)_(2)]` is reacted with Zn.
Reason : Zn is d-block transition metal.

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If both assetion and reason are CORRECT, and reason is the CORRECT explanation of the assertion

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If both assertion and reason are CORRECT, but reason is NOT the CORRECT explanation of the assertion

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If assertion is CORRECT but reason is INCORRECT

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If assertion is INCORRECT but reason is CORRECT

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To solve the question regarding the assertion and reason about the extraction of silver (Ag) using the complex Na[Ag(CN)₂] and zinc (Zn), we will analyze each part step by step. ### Step 1: Analyze the Assertion The assertion states that in the extraction of silver, the complex Na[Ag(CN)₂] is reacted with zinc. - **Explanation**: In the extraction process, silver is typically obtained from its cyanide complex. The complex Na[Ag(CN)₂] is a soluble complex formed when silver is treated with sodium cyanide. When zinc is added to this complex, a displacement reaction occurs. Zinc, being more reactive than silver, displaces silver from the complex, leading to the formation of sodium zinc cyanide (Na₂Zn(CN)₄) and elemental silver (Ag). ### Step 2: Analyze the Reason The reason states that zinc is a d-block transition metal. - **Explanation**: Zinc (Zn) is indeed classified as a d-block element because it is found in the d-block of the periodic table. However, it is important to note that zinc does not qualify as a transition metal. Transition metals are defined as elements that have an incomplete d-subshell in at least one of their oxidation states. Zinc has a full d-subshell (3d¹⁰) in its most common oxidation state (+2), which means it does not have any unpaired electrons and does not exhibit typical transition metal properties. ### Step 3: Conclusion - **Assertion**: Correct (The reaction of Na[Ag(CN)₂] with Zn does occur and leads to the extraction of silver). - **Reason**: Incorrect (While zinc is a d-block element, it is not classified as a transition metal due to its fully filled d-orbitals). ### Final Answer Thus, the correct conclusion is that the assertion is true, but the reason is false.
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