Na2O + HOH ==> 2NaOH
REMEMBER, metal oxides added to water form bases. NaOH is a base. Non-metal oxides added to water form acids. An example is SO3 + H2O ==>H2SO4
The reaction of sodium oxide with water
would form:
1. a neutral solution.
2. a basic solution.
3. an acidic solution.
An explanation would be appreciated too!!
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That assumes, of course, that the metal oxide or non-metal oxide is soluble in water.
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