Question

Addition of $N{a}_{2}C{O}_3$ to the solution of an oxide in water produces $C{O}_2$. This experiment indicates that :

• A. the oxide is basic
• B. the oxide is amphoteric
• C. the oxide is that of the a metal
• D. the oxide is that of the a non-metal

Answer 1

The correct option is D the oxide is that of the a non-metal

The oxide is that of a non-metal and the reaction is,

$N{a}_{2}C{O}_3\stackrel{S{O}_2}{\to }N{a}_{2}S{O}_3+C{O}_2$.