Q. Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). **Assertion (A):** Gypsum is used for making fireproof wall boards. **Reason (R):** Gypsum is unstable at high temperatures. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
A) Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
B) (A) is correct but (R) is not correct.
C) (A) is not correct but (R) is correct.
D) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)..
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Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.