Directions: In the following questions, a statement of assertion (A) i...
- Assertion (A): True. Acid should be added to water with stirring to prevent exothermic reactions from causing splashes or eruptions.
- Reason (R): True. Adding acid to water decreases the concentration of H⁺ ions per unit volume as the solution becomes more diluted.
- The reason (R) correctly explains the safety aspect of dilution rather than the procedural necessity of adding acid to water.
- Correct choice: B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
Directions: In the following questions, a statement of assertion (A) i...
Assertion (A): The acid must always be added to water with constant stirring.
Reason (R): Mixing of an acid with water decreases the concentration of H+ ions per unit volume.
Analysis of Assertion (A)
- Adding acid to water is a safety procedure.
- This method minimizes the risk of exothermic reactions that could occur if water were added to acid, potentially causing splattering or violent reactions.
- Constant stirring helps to evenly distribute the acid in the water, preventing localized concentration and heat buildup.
Analysis of Reason (R)
- When acid is mixed with water, the concentration of H+ ions does not actually decrease; rather, it becomes more diluted.
- The reason states that mixing decreases concentration, which is misleading. When acid is diluted in water, the total amount of acid remains constant, but the H+ ions are spread over a larger volume, leading to a decrease in concentration per unit volume.
Conclusion
- Both statements are true: A is true regarding safety, and R is true in its context but misleading in its explanation.
- Therefore, the correct answer is option 'B': Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
Key Takeaway
- Always add acid to water to ensure safety, while understanding that the reasoning given is not accurate in explaining why this procedure is necessary.