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Q.

Write the properties of the following neutral oxides.

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Neutral oxides are oxides that do not show acidic or basic properties when dissolved in water. They neither form acids nor bases.

Examples of Neutral Oxides

Neutral OxideChemical FormulaProperties
Carbon monoxideCOColorless, odorless gas; burns in air to form CO₂.
Nitrous oxideN₂OKnown as laughing gas; colorless and supports combustion.
Nitric oxideNOColorless gas; combines with oxygen to form NO₂.

General Properties

  • They are insoluble or only slightly soluble in water.
  • They do not react with acids or bases.
  • They are formed mainly by non-metals in low oxidation states.

Neutral oxides play important roles in the atmosphere and are used in industries and medicine (like nitrous oxide in anesthesia).

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