Chapter 8, Problem 8.64P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The acid-base behaviour of the main group metal and nonmetal oxides in water is to be stated. Also, the variation of oxide acidity in water in a group and period is to be determined.

Concept introduction:

Metal oxides are the chemical compounds formed between metals and oxygen. These oxides generally contain an oxide ion of $-\text{2}$ charge. These oxides are usually basic in nature and exist in a solid state.

Nonmetals react with oxygen to form nonmetal oxides. These are usually acidic in nature. These are generally present in a gaseous state.