Geo-Scientist Prelims 2023 Chemistry Q70: Consider the following statements regarding Walden’s rule :…

Consider the following statements regarding Walden’s rule : Statement-1 : Walden’s rule is not applicable to ions of small size. Statement-2 : Small sized ions have high charge density, as a result they are highly solvated.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements ?

1. (a) Both Statement-1 and Statement-2 are true and Statement-2 is the correct explanation of Statement-1.
2. (b) Both Statement-1 and Statement-2 are true, but Statement-2 is not the correct explanation of Statement-1.
3. (c) Statement-1 is true, but Statement-2 is false.
4. (d) Statement-1 is false, but Statement-2 is true.