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Which alkaline earth metal oxide is the least basic?
Which alkaline earth metal oxide is the least basic?
Options
- ABeryllium oxide (BeO)
- BMagnesium oxide (MgO)
- CCalcium oxide (CaO)
- DBarium oxide (BaO)
Correct answer
A. Beryllium oxide (BeO)
Step-by-step solution
Beryllium oxide (BeO) is the least basic among the alkaline earth metal oxides. It is amphoteric, meaning it can react with both acids and bases.