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Materials : Metals and Non-Metals — Science STD 8 — Question

Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 8ScienceMaterials : Metals and Non-Metals1 Mark
MCQ
When $MgO$ is dissolved in water, $Mg(OH)_2$ is obtained. The solution thus obtained is _______ in nature.
  • A
    Amphoteric
  • B
    Neutral
  • ✓
    Alkaline
  • D
    Acidic
✓

Answer

Correct option: C.
Alkaline
An alkaline or basic solution turns red litmus paper to blue. Hence when a red litmus paper is dipped into this solution of $Mg(OH)_2,$ it turns blue indicating the basic nature of the solution

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