Identify X in the following reaction. X+ Acid → Salt + Water
A
Metal oxide
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B
Metal carbonates
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C
Metals
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D
Metal hydrogen carbonates
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Solution
The correct option is AMetal oxide Metal oxides are basic in nature. They react with acid to produce salt and water. This type of reaction is called neutralisation reaction.