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Assertion `:` `CH_(4)` does not react `Cl_(2)` in dark.
Reason`:` Chlorination of `CH_(4)` takes place in sunlight.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If the assertion and reason both are false.

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The correct Answer is:
B
The assertion is correct because it is a free radical reaction and free radicals are obtained in presence of sunlight.
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