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Assertion (A): Pure H(2)SO(4) is colourl...

Assertion (A): Pure `H_(2)SO_(4)` is colourless.
Reason (R): On long standing `H_(2)SO_(4)` undergoes decomposition to form `SO_(2)`.

A

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explaintion for A .

B

Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation for A .

C

A is true and R is false.

D

Both A and R are false .

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The correct Answer is:
C
Pure `H_(2)SO_(4)` is colourless.
`H_(2)SO_(4)` is a stable acid. Hence , it does not undergo decomposition on long standing .
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