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Differentiate between an acidic oxide & a basic oxide.
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Difference between an acidic oxide & a basic oxide:
| Acidic oxide | Basic oxide |
|---|---|
| Acidic oxide are oxides of non-metals e.g. SO2, CO2 | Basic oxide are oxides of metals e.g. K2O, CaO |
| React with water to give an acid. | React with water to give a base. |
| React with bases [alkalis] to give salt and water | React with acids to give salt and water. |
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