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STANDARD Chemistry Oxides MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy

Three elements X, Y and Z are in the 3rd period of the periodic table. The oxides of X, Y and Z, respectively, are basic, amphoteric and acidic. The correct order of the atomic numbers of X, Y and Z is

A

X < Y < Z

B

Z < Y < X

C

X < Z < Y

D

Y < X < Z

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

On moving left to right in a period, the nature of oxides changes from basic to amphoteric to acidic.

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