Consider the following reaction equation: CaO + SiO\(_{2}\) ------> CaSiO\(_{3}\) Silicon(IV) oxide is acting as

Chemistry

WAEC 2022

Consider the following reaction equation:
CaO + SiO\(_{2}\) ------> CaSiO\(_{3}\)
Silicon(IV) oxide is acting as

A. a basic oxide
B. a reducing agent
C. an acidic oxide
D. an oxidizing agent

JAMB CBT Mobile App 2025 - Free Download

JAMB CBT 2025 - Candidates, Schools, Centres, Resellers - Get Ready!

WAEC Past Questions, Objective & Theory, Study 100% offline, Download app now - 127076

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

Silicon dioxide is an acidic oxide. It will react with strong bases to form silicate salts, SiO\(_{2}\) is acidic oxide because Si is non-metal. Oxides of non-metals are acidic in nature.

Previous Next

Go back to Chem classroom

Report an Error Ask A Question Download App

Contributions ({{ comment_count }})

Please wait...

{{ settings.no_comment_msg ? settings.no_comment_msg : 'There are no comments' }}

Quick Questions

jamb mock question? Answer this

0 Answers · Biology · 13 minutes ago
What were the functions , structure and workings of the 3 arms of government in the post independence of Nigeria? Answer this

1 Answers · Government · 11 hours ago
Was the Action Group created in 1951 by kings college students?? Or Obafemi Awolowo in 1950? Answer this

1 Answers · Government · 11 hours ago

Consider the following reaction equation: CaO + SiO\(_{2}\) ------> CaSiO\(_{3}\) Silicon(IV) oxide is acting as

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

Contributions ({{ comment_count }})

Please wait...

Modal title

Report

Block User

{{ feedback_modal_data.title }}

Quick Questions

Post your Contribution

Sign In