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Question

An element reacts with oxygen to give a compound with a high melting point. The compound is soluble in water. The element is likely to be
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Solution

(a)Calcium

Calcium generates calcium oxide when it combines with oxygen. Calcium hydroxide is formed when calcium oxide dissolves in water. Calcium oxide has a melting point of almost 2,500°C.

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