NDA2024General AbilityGeneral ScienceActual
Which one among the following oxides has the highest melting point?
Options
- ANa ₂ O
- BMgO
- CFe ₂ O ₃
- DCuO
Correct answer
B. MgO
Step-by-step solution
Among the options given, the oxide with the highest melting point is MgO (Magnesium oxide). Magnesium oxide has a very high melting point of about 2,852^ C (5,166^ F ) . This high melting point is due to the strong ionic bonds between magnesium and oxygen atoms in the crystal lattice structure of MgO.