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TS EAMCET · Chemistry · p Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)

Assertion : Both rhombic and monoclinic Sulphur have \(\mathrm{S}_8\) molecules. Reason : They have planar structure. The correct option among the following is

  1. A (A) is true, (R) is true and (R) is the correct explanation for (A)
  2. B (A) is true, (R) is true but (R) is not the correct explanation for (A)
  3. C (A) is true but (R) is false
  4. D (A) is false but (R) is true
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Answer & Solution

Correct Answer

(C) (A) is true but (R) is false

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Detailed explanation

Both rhombic and monoclinic sulphur have \(\mathrm{S}_8\) molecule in puckered ring form. This looks like a crown. However, they are packed in different crystal structure.
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