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Metal Oxide and Hydroxide

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Which one of the following bases is insoluble in water?

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Potassium oxide

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Magnesium oxide

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Ammonium hydroxide

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Sodium hydroxide

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Solution

The correct option is B
Magnesium oxide

A base like magnesium oxide is insoluble in water.

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(e) A weak mineral acid.
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