Question

An element $X$ forms an oxide $X{O}_3$, what can be the valency of element X?

• A. 5
• B. 6
• C. 2
• D. 4

Answer 1

The correct option is B

6

The compound $X{O}_3$ has three atoms of oxygen

Valency of one O atom = 2

Valency of three O atoms = 2 x 3 = 6

Since valencies of the ions must balance while writing a chemical formulae.

So, valency of X should be 6; otherwise the reaction is not possible.