JEE Main2011ChemistryClassification of Elements and Periodicity in PropertiesActual
Which one of the following order represents the correct sequence of the increasing basic nature of the given oxides ?
Options
- AMgO < K ₂ O < Al ₂ O ₃ < Na ₂ O
- BNa ₂ O < K ₂ O < MgO < Al ₂ O ₃
- CK ₂ O < Na ₂ O < Al ₂ O ₃ < MgO
- DAl ₂ O ₃ < MgO < Na ₂ O < K ₂ O
Correct answer
D. Al ₂ O ₃ < MgO < Na ₂ O < K ₂ O
Step-by-step solution
Across a period metallic strength decreases & down the group it increases