Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · The characteristic properties of acids and bases

The characteristic properties of acids and bases — practice question

The reactions of element M below are shown. When element M is burnt, it forms the oxide of M. This oxide is then dissolved in water to give a solution. On adding blue litmus, the solution turns red. When the oxide is added to purple acidified potassium manganate(VII), the solution becomes colourless. What is the identity of element M?

  • Acarbon
  • Biron
  • Cmagnesium
  • Dsulfur

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