Question

Lead (IV) Oxide is:

• A. a good oxidizing agent
• B. used in lead-acid batteries
• C. is amphoteric
• D. all of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

lead IV oxide is the formula of an oxide in which the oxidation state of lead is +4. It is also referred to as anhydrous Plumbic acid or lead dioxide or Plumbic oxide. It is considered to be a strong oxidising agent. However, Plumbic oxide does not dissolve in alcohol or water and stays insoluble in these liquids. It is a dark brown colour crystalline powder and is extensively used in making electrodes, explosives, and match sticks. This dark brown powder dissolves in Hydrochloric acid, nitric acid, oxalic acid, and many other acids. PbO2 is also used in the manufacturing procedure of rubber alternates. Hence all of the above is the correct answer.