One of the characteristic properties of non-metals is that they

One of the characteristic properties of non-metals is that they

Options

(a) Are reducing agents
(b) Form basic oxides
(c) Form cations by electron gain
(d) Are electro negative

Correct Answer:

Are reducing agents

Explanation:

Non metals form oxides withoxygen and thusreduce oxides of metals behaving asreducing agents

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