Reaction of Metallic Oxides and Hydroxides with Acids
Identify the ...
Question
Identify the compound(s) which gives salt and water on reacting with acids.
A
Nonmetallic oxides
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B
Metal oxide
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C
Metal hydroxide
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D
Nonmetallic hydroxide
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Solution
The correct option is C Metal hydroxide Both metal oxide and metal hydroxide are basic in nature. So, they can react with acid to form salt and water. This reaction is called the acid neutralizing reaction.