Question

Whose oxides are acidic: Metal or non-metal?

Answer 1

METALS have basic oxides such as MgO(magnesium oxide)

Non metals (Usually )have acidic oxides

such as No2,So2 etc

Answer 2

Answer:

Oxides of non-metals are acidic in nature.

Explanation:

The oxides of metals are basic in nature. And, the oxides of non-metals are acidic in nature.

Information about metals and non-metals:

• Metals are malleable and ductile. While, non-metals are non-malleable.
• Metals are lustrous i.e., they have shining surface. While, non-metals are non-lustrous.
• Metals are good conductors of heat and electricity. While, non-metals are bad conductor of heat and electricity.
• Metals are usually solid at room temperature.
• Metals have high melting point.