Assertion :Statement − 1 : EAN of Cr in its complexes is always 36. Reason: Statement − 2 : Oxidation state of Cr in Cr(CO)6 is zero.
A
Statement − 1 is true, Statement − 2 is true and Statement − 2 is correct explanation for Statement − 1.
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B
Statement − 1 is true, Statement − 2 is true and Statement − 2 is NOT the correct explanation for Statement − 1.
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C
Statement − 1 is true, Statement − 2 is false.
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D
Statement − 1 is false, Statement − 2 is true.
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Solution
The correct option is D Statement − 1 is false, Statement − 2 is true. EAN value depends upon structure of complex, it may or may not be equal to 36. Oxidation state of Cr in complex is zero because CO doesn't carry any charge.