MCQ
The elements $X,\,Y$ and $Z$ forms oxides which are acidic, basic and amphoteric respectively, then correct order of their electronegativities is
  • A
    $X > Y > Z$
  • B
    $Z > Y > X$
  • $X > Z > Y$
  • D
    $Y > X > Z$

Answer

Correct option: C.
$X > Z > Y$
c
Non metal oxides are acidic and $EN  \propto  $ non metallic character

hence $EN$ of $X$ is maximum

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