Assertion $(A):- MgSO_{4}$ is readily soluble in water.
Reason $(R):-$ The greater hydration enthalpy of $Mg^{2+}$ ions overcomes its lattice enthalpy.

  • A
    $A$ and $R$ both are correct and $R$ is the correct explanation of $A$.
  • B
    $A$ and $R$ both are correct but $R$ is not the correct explanation of $A$.
  • C
    $A$ is correct but $R$ is not correct.
  • D
    $A$ is incorrect but $R$ is correct.

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