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Chapter 8, Problem 8.74(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
Which oxide is more basic, MgO or BaO? Why?
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QUESTION:
Which oxide is more basic, MgO or BaO? Why?
ANSWER:Step 1 of 2
For a metal oxide the basic character increases down the group. This is because as we move down the group, the atomic size increases and the ionization potential decreases. Due to this, the elements are good proton acceptors.