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An element X forms two oxides XO and `XO_(2)`. The oxide XO has no action litmus solution but oxide `XO_(2)` turns litmus solution red.
(a). What is the nature of oxide XO?
(b). What is the nature of oxide `XO_(2)`?
(c). Would you call element X a metal or a non-metal? Give reason for you choice.
(d). Can you give an example of element like X?

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