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In the following question, a statement of assertion followed by a statement of reason is given. Choose the correct answer out of the following choices.

Assertion: Zirconium can be purified by Van Arkel method.

Reason: ZrI_{4} is volatile and decomposes at 1800K.

(i) Both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of assertion.

(ii) Both assertion and reason are true but the reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.

(iii) The assertion is true but the reason is false.

(iv) The assertion is false but the reason is true.

(v) Assertion and reason both are wrong.

Answers (1)

The answer is the option (i). Zirconium is also purified by Van Arkel method as it forms ZrI_{4} on treating with iodine and is easily decomposable to get pure zirconium.

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