what is the nature of metallic and non _metallic oxides and why?
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Non metallic oxides + water give out acids and are acidic in nature.
eg- sulfur oxide + water = sulfuric acid which is a strong acid
metal oxides + water give out bases and are basic in nature.
eg- magnesium oxide + water = magnesium hydroxide which is a strong base
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