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An element reacts with oxygen to give a compound which is basic in nature. This compound is also soluble in water. The element is likely to be:

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Calcium

B
Carbon

C
Silicon

D
Iron

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Metal oxides are basic in nature. Hence, answer could be options and . But most metal oxides are insoluble in water and only some of these dissolve in water to form alkalis. Sodium oxide and potassium oxide dissolve in water to produce alkalis as follows –


So, the correct option is
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An element reacts with oxygen to give a compound which is basic in nature. This compound is also soluble in water. The element is likely to be:
Updated OnFeb 12, 2023
TopicMetals and Non-metals
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