Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 11
Consider a diagram of the periodic table, highlighting the oxides of elements across a period. Which statement correctly describes the nature of these oxides as one moves from left to right across a period?
A
Oxides change from basic to acidic.
B
Oxides change from acidic to basic.
C
Oxides remain neutral throughout.
D
Oxides become more amphoteric.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, elements on the left form basic oxides, while elements on the right form acidic oxides. Therefore, as one moves from left to right across a period, oxides change from basic to acidic.
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