Question

What happens to basic character of oxides down the group and why

Answer 1

Answer:

The acidic character of the oxides "decreases down the group" because the electronegativity decreases down the group. Electronegativity is the property of the element to attract electron pairs. ... When the non-metal is more electronegative, it has more acidic oxide in nature.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

The acidic character of the oxides "decreases down the group" because the electronegativity decreases down the group. Electronegativity is the property of the element to attract electron pairs. ... When the non-metal is more electronegative, it has more acidic oxide in nature.

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