Q13 / 75 · JEE Main 2025 (22 Jan Shift 2) · Chemistry

Given below are two statements : Statement (I) : An element in the extreme left of the periodic table forms acidic oxides. Statement (II) : Acid is formed during the reaction between water and oxide of a reactive element present in the extreme right of the periodic table. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :

  • A
    Statement I is true but Statement II is false
  • B
    Both Statement I and Statement II are true
  • C
    Both Statement I and Statement II are false
  • Correct answer
    D
    Statement I is false but Statement II is true

Solution

Statement-I : False but Statement-II is true. On moving left to right in periodic table nonmetallic character increases and we know that nonmetal oxides are acidc in nature. Non metallic character $\uparrow$ Acidic strength of oxide $\uparrow$

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

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