<u>Answer:</u> The main group metal produce a basic solution in water and the reaction is
<u>Explanation:</u>
Main group elements are the elements that are present in s-block and p-block.
The metals that are the main group elements are located in Group IA, Group II A and Group III A.
Oxides are formed when a metal or a non-metal reacts with oxygen molecule. There are two types of oxides which are formed: Acidic oxides and basic oxides.
- Acidic oxides are formed by the non-metals.
- Basic oxides are formed by the metals.
When a metal oxide is reacted with water, it leads to the formation of a base.
The general formula of the oxide formed by Group II-A metals is 'MO'
The chemical equation for the reaction of metal oxide of Group II-A and water follows:
Hence, the main group metal produce a basic solution in water and the reaction is