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Assertion (A): `Be` and `Mg` impart characterstic colour to the flame.
Reason (R ): As compared to other alkaline earth metals, ionisation enthalpy of `Be` and `Mg` is low.

A

Statement-1 is True, Statement-2 is True, Statement-2 is a correct explanation for statement-1.

B

Statement-1 is True, Statement-2 is True, Statement-2 is not a correct explanation for statement-1.

C

Statement-1 is True, Statement-2 is False.

D

Statement-1 is False, Statement-2 is True.

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The correct Answer is:
d
Correct explanation -1 . Be and Mg do not impart any colour to the flame .
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