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An oxide is a compound of oxygen and another
element, frequently produced by burning the
element or a compound of it in air or oxygen.
Oxides of metals are normally bases and will
react with an acid to produce a salt in which
the metal forms the cation (positive ion).
Subject by: Shaun Jay