Question

When $K_{2}O$ is added to water, the solution becomes basic in nature because it contains a significant concentration of :

• A. $K^{+}$
• B. $O^{2-}$
• C. $O{H}^{-}$
• D. $O_2^{2-}$

Answer 1

The correct option is C $O{H}^{-}$

When $K_{2}O$ is added to water, the solution becomes basic in nature because it contains a significant concentration of

$K_{2}O+H_{2}O\to 2KOH$( $KOH$ gives $K^{+}$ and $O{H}^{-}$).

Hence option $C$ is correct.