STANDARDChemistry-Oxides
STANDARD Chemistry Trends in Group 14 MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium
All members of group 14 when heated in oxygen form oxides. Which of the following is the correct trend of oxides?
A
CO₂ and SiO₂ are acidic.
B
CO, GeO, SnO and PbO are amphoteric
C
Monoxides react with haemoglobin to form toxic compounds.
D
All oxides burn with blue flame.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
CO₂ and SiO₂ are acidic oxides, while other group 14 oxides are either amphoteric or basic.
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