An element reacts with oxygen to give a compound with a high melting point. This compound is also soluble in water. The element is likely to be

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(a) calcium
(b) carbon
(c) silicon
(d) iron

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answered Apr 25, 2017 by sarthaks (25,122 points) 9 25 41
 
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(a) The element is likely to be calcium.

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