Which of the following on thermal decomposition gives basic oxides?

Metal carbonates

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Metal nitrates

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Both (A) and (B)

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is C Both (A) and (B)
The thermal decomposition of metal carbonates produces basic oxides and carbon dioxide whereas thermal decomposition of metal nitrates produces basic oxides, nitrogen dioxide and oxygen.

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