Assertion : If an aqueous solution of NaCl is electrolysed, the product obtained at the cathode is hydrogen gas and not Na. Reason: Gases are liberated faster than the metals.

Options

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. (A) is correct but (R) is wrong
D. If both (A) and (R) are incorrect.

Answer

C