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The main oxides formed on combustion of Li, Na and K in excess of air are respectively :

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a

LiO2,Na2O2and K2O

b

Li2O2,Na2O2 and KO2

c

Li2O,Na2O2 and KO2

d

Li2O,Na2O and KO2

answer is A.

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The primary oxides produced when Li, Na, and K are burned in excess of air are, respectively, Li2O,Na2O2and KO2.
Lithium produces the monoxide under normal circumstances, sodium produces the peroxide, and other alkali metals produce the superoxide.

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The main oxides formed on combustion of Li, Na and K in excess of air are respectively :