Q12 / 160 · TS EAMCET 2024 (10 May Shift 1) · Chemistry

Consider the following reactions $\begin{aligned} & \mathrm{Cs}+\mathrm{O}_2 \text { (excess) } \rightarrow \mathrm{X} \\ & \mathrm{Na}+\mathrm{O}_2 \rightarrow \mathrm{Y} \end{aligned}$
Identify the correct statement about $X$ and $Y$

  • A
    Y is monoxide and X is superoxide
  • B
    Y is peroxide and X is peroxide
  • Correct answer
    C
    Y is peroxide and X is superoxide
  • D
    Y is superoxide and X is peroxide

Solution

Lithium form monoxide sodium form peroxide and other metal form super-oxide.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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