The Reaction,MnO (S)+ SiO₂ (S)→ MnSiO₃ (L)can Be Considered as an Acid

question 35

Multiple Choice

The reaction,MnO (s) + SiO₂ (s) → MnSiO₃ (l) can be considered as an acid base reaction.Which of the following statements best explains why?

• A)MnO is a proton donor.
• B)SiO₂ is a proton acceptor.
• C)MnO is an electron donor.
• D)SiO₂ is an electron donor.

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