Identify X in the following reaction: X+Acid→Salt+H2O
A
Metal oxide
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B
Metal hydroxide
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C
Both metal oxide and metal hydroxide
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D
Metal hydride
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Solution
The correct option is C Both metal oxide and metal hydroxide Both metal oxide and metal hydroxide can react with acid to produce salt and water. This is called as acid neutralizing reaction.