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JEE Main 2022 Chemistry question

ChemistryOrganic Chemistry - Some Basic Principles and TechniquesJEE Main 2022

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R. Assertion A: A mixture contains benzoic acid and naphthalene. The pure benzoic acid can be separated out by the use of benzene. Reason R: Benzoic acid is soluble in hot water. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

Answer: (4)

Solution

Both benzoic acid and naphthalene dissolve in benzene, so benzene cannot separate them and the assertion

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