Question

an element reacts with oxygen to form an oxide which dissolve in dilute hydrochloric acid. the oxide forms also turns a solution of red litmus blue. is the elements a metal or a non metal. explain with the help of suitable example.

Answer 1

metal as they only form basic oxides
ex. Mg+O2 forms MgO
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Answer 2

Answer:

The element is metal as we know that bases turn the color

of red litmus to blue and metal oxides are basic in nature.

Explanation :

Supplied that the oxide of the given element dissolves in the acid in this instance, the oxide must be of a basic composition. Additionally, the fact that the oxide changes red litmus solution into blue further supports the fact that it is a basic oxide. Metals produce basic oxides, hence in this instance, the element is a metal.

For Example

MgO is a metal oxide so it is basic in nature so it will

turn the color of red litmus to blue.

Metal as they only form basic oxides

ex. Mg+O2 forms MgO