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Which of the following oxides is not exp...

Which of the following oxides is not expected to react with sodium hydroxide ?

A

`B_(2)O_(3)`

B

CaO

C

`SiO_(2)`

D

BeO

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B
The basic nature of oxides increases down the group. CaO is basic in nature so it cannot react with sodium hydroxide, whereas BeO is amphoteric so it can react with NaOH.
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