Which one of the following statements is true when non-metals are dissolved in water?

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Answer 1

Explanation:

When non-metals are dissolved in water they produce acidic oxides.
And most metals, give rise to basic oxides.
The formation of H⁺ (aq) ions in solution causes a substance's acidic nature.
The formation of OH^– (aq) ions in solution are responsible for a substance's basic nature.
Non-metals do not react with water but the non-metal oxides do react with water and they produce acids.
Non-metallic oxide dissolves in water to form an acid.
- CO₂ + H₂O → H₂CO₃
Carbonic acid (H₂CO₃) is an acid formed by the reaction of water (H₂O) with carbon oxide (CO₂).