Consider the following statements: Statement I: Some rare earth elements are used in the manufacture of flat television, screens and computer monitors, Statement II: Some rare earth elements have phosphorescent properties. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

UPSC Prelims 2025 Question:

Consider the following statements: 

Statement I: Some rare earth elements are used in the manufacture of flat television, screens and computer monitors, 

Statement II: Some rare earth elements have phosphorescent properties.

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

  • A. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I
  • B. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct but Statement II does not explain Statement I
  • C. Statement I is correct but Statement II is not correct
  • D. Statement I is not correct but Statement II is correct
Correct Answer: Option A