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Are oxides in higher oxidation states generally more acidic or...
Are oxides in higher oxidation states generally more acidic or basic than those in lower oxidation states?
Options
- AMore basic
- BMore acidic
- CNeutral
- DAmphoteric
Correct answer
B. More acidic
Step-by-step solution
Oxides in higher oxidation states of elements are generally more acidic than those in lower oxidation states.