Assertion (A) : An atom is neutral despite the charged particles in it. Reason (R) : The neutrons do not have any charge.
A
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
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B
Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
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C
A is true but R is false.
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D
A is false but R is true.
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Solution
The correct option is B Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A. An atom contains the positively charged protons and an equal number of negatively charged electrons So, it is neutral. Hence, option B is correct.