In the reaction M + O_(2)rarrMO_(2) (superoxide) the metal M is

1.	In the reaction M + O_(2)rarrMO_(2) (superoxide) the metal M is
Answer» Li Na K Ba. Solution :Formation of oxides, peroxides and superoxides depend on the size of ALKALI METAL. An atom with LARGER size produces SUPER oxide. Li forms oxide, Na forms peroxide whereasK forms superoxide.

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