Question
Which of the following is the most basic oxide?
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Al2O3
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Sb2O3
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Bi2O3
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SeO2
Solution
C.
Bi2O3
In Al2O3, Sb2O3, Bi2O3 and SeO2. Bi2O3 is most basic oxide due to higher reactivity with acid
Bi2O3 + 6HCl → 2BiCl3 + 3H2O