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Which of the following oxides is formed on burning sodium in oxygen ?

A

`Na_(2)O`

B

`Na_(2)O_(2)`

C

`NaO(2)`

D

NaO.

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The correct Answer is:
B
Formation of oxides, peroxides and superoxides depend on the size of alkali metal. An atom with larger size produces super oxide. Li forms oxide, Na forms peroxide whereas K forms superoxide.
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