Question

Which of the following on thermal decomposition gives basic oxides?

• A. Metal carbonates
• B. Metal nitrates
• C. Both (A) and (B)
  
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

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.