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The nature of the oxides of Group 13 elements transitions significantly down the group. Which of the following accurately describes $B_2O_3$, $Al_2O_3$, and $Tl_2O$ respectively?

Answer: A

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Boron is a non-metal forming the strongly acidic oxide $B_2O_3$. Aluminium forms the amphoteric oxide $Al_2O_3$. Thallium, being highly metallic down the group, forms the purely basic oxide $Tl_2O$.

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