P-Block Elements Ques 537
Question: A group 14 element is oxidised to form corresponding oxide which is gaseous in nature, when dissolved in water pH of the water decreases further addition of group 2 hydroxides leads to precipitation. This oxide can be
Options:
A) $ GeO_2 $
B) CO
C) $ CO_2 $
D) $ SnO_2 $
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
$ CO_2 $ forms carbonic acid $ H_2CO_3, $ when dissolved in water, CO is neutral, whereas other two $ GeO_2 $ and $ SnO_2 $ are solids.
