Question
Chemistry Question on p -Block Elements
Boron is metalloid Boron shows metallic nature.
A
If both Assertion and Reason are correct and the Reason is a correct explanation of the Assertion.
B
If both Assertion and Reason are correct but Reason is not a correct explanation of the Assertion.
C
If the Assertion is correct but Reason is incorrect
D
If both the Assertion and Reason are incorrect
Answer
If the Assertion is correct but Reason is incorrect
Explanation
Solution
Boron is a metalloid. Thus, assertion is true. Metalloids possess metallic as well as nonmetallic nature. Hence, reason is false.