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Which one of the following is an oxide ?

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A normal oxide has oxygen in the \(-2\) state; the others are peroxides or superoxides.
Updated On: Nov 11, 2026
  • \(\mathrm{KO_2}\)
  • \(\mathrm{BaO_2}\)
  • \(\mathrm{SiO_2}\)
  • \(\mathrm{CsO_2}\)
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

An oxide contains oxygen in the \(-2\) state (\(\mathrm{O^{2-}}\)).
\(\mathrm{KO_2}\) and \(\mathrm{CsO_2}\) are superoxides (contain \(\mathrm{O_2^{-}}\); O is \(-\frac12\)).
\(\mathrm{BaO_2}\) is a peroxide (contains \(\mathrm{O_2^{2-}}\); O is \(-1\)).
\(\mathrm{SiO_2}\): Si is +4 and O is \(-2\), a normal oxide.
Answer: (3) \(\mathrm{SiO_2}\)
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