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Which of the Following is a Basic Oxide? - Chemistry

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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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