Assertion :p- Nitrophenol is a stronger acid than o-nitrophenol. Reason: Intramolecular H-bond makes o-isomer weaker than p-isomer.

Both Assertion and Reason are correct and Reason is the correct explanation for Assertion

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Solution

The correct option is A Both Assertion and Reason are correct and Reason is the correct explanation for Assertion
p- Nitrophenol is a stronger acid than o-nitrophenol.
Because intramolecular H-bond makes o-isomer weaker than p-isomer.
In the o-isomer, due to intramolecular hydrogen bond, the H atom of OH group is tightly attached and is difficult to remove. This decreases the acidity of o-isomer. Hence, Both Assertion and Reason are correct and Reason is the correct explanation for Assertion.

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