Question

Why metallic oxides are basic in.Nature whereas non metallic oxides are acidic in nature?

Answer 1

Metallic oxides are basic in naturebecause they react with dilute acids to form salt and water. They also react with water to form metal hydroxides which are alkaline in nature because these metal hydroxides release OH- ions in solution. ... Therefore, non metallic oxides would be acidic in nature.

Answer 2

Metallic oxides are basic in naturebecause they react with dilute acids to form salt and water. They also react with water to form metal hydroxides which are alkaline in nature because these metal hydroxides release OH- ions in solution. ... Therefore, non metallic oxides would be acidic in nature.