Q.

Which of the following thermal decomposition yields a basic as well as an acidic oxide? 

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a

All are correct

b

CaCO3

c

NaNO3

d

Na2CO3

answer is B.

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Detailed Solution

The following result is obtained as thermal decomposition of  CaCO3

CaCO3CaO+CO2

CaO is a basic oxide and  CO2 is an acidic oxide. When calcium carbonate is heated, calcium oxide and carbon dioxide are produced. Heat is necessary for the process of thermal breakdown. Hence thermal decomposition of calcium carbonate gives both basic and acidic oxide.

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