Question

2. How do non-metals react with oxygen? What is the nature of the oxides? Explain with the help of example​

Answer 1

Answer:

Non-metals react with oxygen to form acidic or neutral oxides. The oxide is covalent in nature as it is formed by the sharing of electrons. When carbon burns in air (oxygen), it forms an acidic oxide called carbon dioxide. ... It can be demonstrated by dissolving carbon dioxide in water to form carbonic acid.