Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Oxides

Oxides — practice question

The oxides of two elements, X and Y, are each dissolved separately in water, and the pH of both solutions is then measured. X has pH 1 and Y has pH 13. Which statement about X and Y is correct?

  • AX oxide acidic, Y oxide basic, X metal, Y non‑metal
  • BX oxide acidic, Y oxide basic, Y metal, X non‑metal
  • CY oxide acidic, X oxide basic, X metal, Y non‑metal
  • DY oxide acidic, X oxide basic, Y metal, X non‑metal

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