Easy MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2022

Among the following, basic oxide is :

  1. A SO<sub>3</sub>
  2. B SiO<sub>2</sub>
  3. C CaO Correct answer
  4. D Al<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub>

Solution

Since, oxides of metals are basic in nature. Hence CaO is a basic oxide.<br/><br/> SO<sub>3</sub> and SiO<sub>2</sub> are acidic oxides and Al<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> is a amphoteric oxide.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Periodic Table and Periodicity · Topic: Periodic Trends

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