The oxides of s-block elements are _ in nature:
Correct answer: C. Basic
- A. Acidic
- B. Amphoteric
- C. Basic
- D. Neutral
Explanation
The oxides of s-block elements are generally basic in nature. This is because s-block elements tend to lose electrons to form positive ions, and their oxides react with water to form hydroxides, which are basic. Option C is correct. Option A is incorrect because acidic oxides are more commonly formed by non-metal elements. Option B is incorrect because s-block elements oxides are primarily basic. Option D is incorrect because neutral oxides do not tend to react significantly with water, which is not characteristic of s-block element oxides.
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