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The correct order of acidic character for the oxides of nitrogen is:

  1. A.
  2. B.
  3. C.
  4. D.
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Correct answer: A

Solution

  1. Acidic character of non-metal oxides increases with the oxidation state of the central element.
  2. The oxidation states are: , , , , .
  3. Higher oxidation state leads to higher acidity.
  4. The order is .
  5. Hence the answer is (A).

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