Directions: In the following questions, a statement of assertion (A) ...
Carbon monoxide is extremely poisonous in nature and it is formed by the incomplete combustion of carbon. So the reason is not correct but the assertion is correct.
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Directions: In the following questions, a statement of assertion (A) ...
Assertion: Carbon monoxide is extremely poisonous in nature.
Reason: Carbon monoxide is formed by complete combustion of carbon.
The correct answer is option 'C', i.e., Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
Explanation:
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas that is highly toxic to humans and animals. It is produced by the incomplete combustion of carbon-containing substances such as fossil fuels (coal, oil, and natural gas), wood, and biomass.
Let's analyze the given assertion and reason in detail:
Assertion (A): Carbon monoxide is extremely poisonous in nature.
This statement is true. Carbon monoxide is highly poisonous because it binds to hemoglobin in red blood cells more strongly than oxygen, reducing the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. When inhaled, it can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning, which can be fatal.
Reason (R): Carbon monoxide is formed by complete combustion of carbon.
This statement is false. Carbon monoxide is not formed by complete combustion but rather by incomplete combustion. In complete combustion, carbon dioxide (CO2) is formed as a product. However, when there is insufficient oxygen during combustion, carbon monoxide is produced instead of carbon dioxide.
During complete combustion, carbon (C) combines with oxygen (O2) to form carbon dioxide (CO2):
C + O2 → CO2
During incomplete combustion, if there is insufficient oxygen, carbon monoxide (CO) is formed instead:
2C + O2 → 2CO
Therefore, the reason given for the assertion is incorrect.
In conclusion, while the assertion is true and carbon monoxide is indeed extremely poisonous, the reason given for it is false. Carbon monoxide is formed by incomplete combustion, not complete combustion of carbon. Hence, option 'C' is the correct answer.
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