NEET Chemistry · Hard

Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties: Oxides MCQ

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OxidesHardQuestion 30012

Question

Across a period, oxides generally change from:

  1. A
    basic to acidic
    Correct
  2. B
    acidic to basic
  3. C
    neutral to metallic only
  4. D
    basic to amphoteric to basic

Correct answer

basic to acidic

Explanation

Metallic oxides are basic while non-metallic oxides are acidic.