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CHM 102 Group II Objective Question
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What is the primary difference in solubility in water between beryllium oxide (BeO) and other Group II oxides like calcium oxide (CaO)?
Options
A BeO is highly soluble, while other oxides are insoluble.
B BeO is insoluble, while other oxides dissolve to give alkaline solutions.
Correct Answer
C Both BeO and CaO are insoluble in water.
D Both BeO and CaO are highly soluble and give neutral solutions.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 7 states, 'With the exception of beryllium oxide (BeO) which is insoluble in water, the oxides of group 2 elements will dissolve in water to give alkaline solutions.'

Hint

Recall the unique properties of beryllium compounds compared to other Group II elements.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Group II
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1948 of 1999
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