what is the nature of the following oxides:
a)MgO (b)So2
justify your answer with reason whether it is basic/acidic
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Mg O is basic. It is used to neutralize acids. It forms hydroxides
Mg O + H2O -> Mg (OH)2
SO2 is acidic. It forms acids.
SO2 + H2 O -> H2 SO3
Mg O + H2O -> Mg (OH)2
SO2 is acidic. It forms acids.
SO2 + H2 O -> H2 SO3
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Basic: oxide of metal is formed basic oxide.
Acid:oxide of non-metal is formed is acidic oxide
(a) Mg is a metal hence MgO is basic.
(b) S is a non-metal hence SO2 is acidic.
Acid:oxide of non-metal is formed is acidic oxide
(a) Mg is a metal hence MgO is basic.
(b) S is a non-metal hence SO2 is acidic.
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