Question

Statement 1: $MnO$ is basic whereas $M{n}_2{O}_7$ is acidic.
Statement 2: Higher the oxidation state of a transition metal in its oxide, greater is the acidic character

• A. If both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true and the statement 2 is the correct explanation o f the statement 1.
• B. If both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true but statement 2 is not the correct explanation o f the statement 1.
• C. If Statement 1 is true but Statement 2 is false.
• D. If Statement 1 is false but Statement 2 is true

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Statement 2 is the correct explanation of statement 1.