Question

A : Melting point of neopentane is higher than that of iso-pentane 

R : Neopentane Contains a quaternary carbon

(A) If both A and R are true and R is the Correct explanation of A 

(B) If both A and R are true but R is not the Correct explanation of A 

(C) If A is true but R is false 

(D) If both A and R are false 

(E) If A is false but R is true

Answer 1

(B) If both A and R are true but R is not the Correct explanation of A

Correct explanation :- Neopentane being symmetrical packs more closely in the crystal lattice than isopentane