Consider the following reaction equation:
CaO + SiO\(_{2}\) ——> CaSiO\(_{3}\)
Silicon(IV) oxide is acting as
- a basic oxide
- a reducing agent
-
an acidic oxide
- an oxidizing agent
The correct answer is: C
Explanation
Silicon dioxide is an acidic oxide. It will react with strong bases to form silicate salts, SiO\(_{2}\) is acidic oxide because Si is non-metal. Oxides of non-metals are acidic in nature.