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Explain the reaction of non-metals with oxygen

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Answer:

Non-metals react with oxygen in the air to produce non-metal oxides.


Step-by-step explanation:

When non metals react with oxygen they form acidic oxides. They turn blue litmus paper to red. Examples are

carbon + oxygen → carbon dioxide

sulphur + oxygen → sulphur dioxide

These oxides dissolve in the water in the clouds to form acid rain. Acid rain damages rocks and buildings, and harms wildlife.

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