Assertion $(A)$: Both rhombic and monoclinic sulphur have $S_8$ molecules.
Reason $(R)$: They have planar structure.
The correct option among the following is:

  • A
    $A$ is true, $(R)$ is true and $(R)$ is the correct explanation for $(A)$
  • B
    $A$ is true, $(R)$ is true but $(R)$ is not the correct explanation for $(A)$
  • C
    $A$ is true but $(R)$ is false
  • D
    $A$ is false but $(R)$ is true

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