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Question
Which of the following is a basic oxide?
(A) SiO2
(B) P4O10
(C) MgO
(D) Al2O3
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Solution
(C) MgO
The oxide which combines with water to form a base is termed as basic oxide.
`MgO + H_2O-> Mg(OH)_(2(aq))`
Magnesium Magnesium
oxide hydroxide
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