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QAIPM-2012-Ch-1715: NEET 2012 Chemistry - Class 11 AIPM-2012-Ch-1715 Solution: Which one of the alkali metals, forms only the normal oxide,…
Which one of the alkali metals, forms only the normal oxide, on heating in air?
Multiple Choice Options
- A Rb
- B K
- C Li
- D Na
Step-by-Step Verified Solution
When alkali metals are heated in atmosphere
of oxygen the alkali metals ignite and form oxides.
On combustion, Li forms Li 2 O, sodium gives the
peroxide Na 2 O 2 while K and Rb give super oxides
(MO 2 ).