Physics · JEE | Magnetism and Matter

Given below are two statements: Statement I: A superconductor exhibits both perfect conductivity and perfect diamagnetism. Statement II: The Meissner effect refers to the total expulsion of magnetic field lines from the interior of a superconductor. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

1. A
   Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect.
2. B
   Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct.
3. C
   Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect.
4. D
   Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.