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How will you show that metal oxides are basic in nature? Give an example.
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Solution
When we add water to metallic oxide, it forms hydroxide, which turns red litmus to blue. That shows it is basic in nature.
Example:
Magnesium oxide, when dissolved in water, forms magnesium hydroxide that is basic in nature.
MgO + H2O → Mg(OH)2
MgO + H2O → Mg(OH)2
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