Assertion : Silicones are hydrophobic in nature. Reason : Si-O-Si linkages are moisture sensitive.
A
If both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
B
If both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
C
If( A) is correct, but (R) is incorrect.
D
If both (A) and (R) are incorrect.
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The correct Answer is:
C
The crystal structure of silica has Si-O-Si linkage and it is extremely stable and considerable energy is required to break the silicon oxygen bonds in it.
