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Group 15 of the periodic table consists of the elements N, P, As, Sb and Bi. On passing from N to Bi, the oxides of the elements of general formula `M_2 O_3` become

A

Stronger reducing agents

B

more ionic

C

more basic

D

more volatile

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The correct Answer is:
C
Basic nature of oxides increases down the group.
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