alleryStart learning →CaO combines with water to give Ca(OH)2. CaO is classified as?
AA basic oxide
BAn amphoteric oxide
CAn acidic oxide
DA neutral oxide
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. A basic oxide
Calcium oxide gives the base calcium hydroxide on reaction with water, so it is a basic oxide.
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