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

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Assertion (A) : Oxides of metals show basic characters. Reason (R) : Oxides of metals react with acid to form salt and water.

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