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Assertion: Crystalline solids have a sharp melting point.

Reasoning: In crystalline solids, the constituent particles are arranged in a highly ordered and repeating pattern. Therefore, when heat is applied, the particles begin to vibrate faster and faster until they reach a critical temperature at which the forces holding them in their positions are overcome, and the solid melts.

 

Option: 1

Both the assertion and reasoning are true, and the reasoning is the correct explanation for the assertion.

 


Option: 2

Both the assertion and reasoning are true, but the reasoning is not the correct explanation for the assertion.


Option: 3

The assertion is true, but the reasoning is false.


Option: 4

The assertion is false, but the reasoning is true.


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a) Both the assertion and reasoning are true, and the reasoning is the correct explanation for the assertion.

The ordered arrangement of particles in crystalline solids results in a sharp and well-defined melting point.

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