Which one among the following is not a basic oxide?

MgO

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CaO

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{Na}_{2} O

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{CO}_{2}

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Solution

The correct option is D ${CO}_{2}$
${Na}_{2} O$ , MgO, and CaO are metallic oxides. These metallic oxides are powerful bases, while ${CO}_{2}$ is an acidic oxide. Carbon dioxide reacts with water to form carbonic acid.

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