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The K_(a) values also denote that OH^(-) is a stronger base and TeH^(-) is a weaker base. |
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Answer» Solution :TELLURIUM forms oxides of the formula `TeO, TeO_(2), and TeO_(3)` What is the NATURE of these oxides?`TeO` (oxidation number of `Te is +2`) is BASIC. `TeO_(2)` (oxidation number of Te is +4) is AMPHOTERIC. `TeO_(3)` (oxidation number of Te is +6) is acidic. As the oxidation number of the element forming oxide increases, the acidic nature also increases. |
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