Question

‘E’ is an element which reacts with oxygen to form an oxide E₂O. An aqueous solution of E₂O turns red litmus blue, so:
i. What is the nature of oxide E₂O ?
ii. Write the name of element ‘E’.

Answer 1

(i) The nature of oxide E₂O is basic.
(ii) The name of the element 'E' is sodium.