Chapter 14, Problem 13E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

An example of a reaction that takes place between the metal oxide and an acid is to be listed.

Concept introduction:

Acids reacts with metal oxide to produces water and salt.

$\text{Acid}\text{}\text{+}\text{Metal}\text{Oxide}\to \text{Water}\text{+}\text{Salt}$

These reactions are similar to acid-base reactions as metal oxides are basic in nature and shows all the properties of bases.