Consider the following specific oxides: , and . Based on the electronegativities of their central atoms, exactly how many of these oxides are classified as strictly ACIDIC?

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Consider the following specific oxides: $Na_2O, Cl_2O_7, Al_2O_3, P_4O_{10}, BeO, SO_3$, and $ZnO$. Based on the electronegativities of their central atoms, exactly how many of these oxides are classified as strictly ACIDIC?

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: 3. High electronegativity of the central atom leads to acidic oxides. (Chlorine), (Phosphorus), and (Sulphur) are non-metal oxides and are strictly acidic. is strongly basic. , and are amphoteric. Therefore, the total number of acidic oxides is 3.

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