Question

An element E forms an oxide `E_(2)O`. An aqueous solution of `E_(2)O` turns red litmus paper blue.
(a). What is the nature of the oxide `E_(2)O`?
(b). State whether element E is a metal or a non-metal.
(c). Give one example of an element like E.

Answer 1

(a). Basic oxide
(b). Metal
(c). Sodium, Na