NEET Chemistry Oxides Assertion Reason Question
Assertion : Na₂O is a basic oxide, whereas Cl₂O₇ is an acidic oxide. Reason: Elements on extreme left form basic oxides whereas elements on extreme right form acidic oxides.
If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
If assertion is true but reason is false.
If both assertion and reason are false.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Na is an alkali metal forming basic oxides, while Cl is a non-metal forming acidic oxides. The position in the periodic table explains the nature of oxides.
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