Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties - Result Question 36
####36. Among the following oxides, the one which is most basic is
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(a) $ZnO$
(b) $MgO$
(c) $Al_2 O_3$
(d) $N_2 O_5$
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Solution:
- (b) $N_2 O_5$ is strongly acidic, $ZnO$ and $Al_2 O_3$ are amphoteric, therefore, $MgO$ is most basic.
