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The chemical formula of red lead is

A $PbO X_{2}$
B $PbO$
C $Pb X_{3} O X_{4}$
D $Pb (OH) X_{2}$

Answer: C

Red lead (minium) is the mixed oxide

2 PbO \cdot PbO X_{2}

, i.e.

Pb X_{3} O X_{4}

. It is used in paints and in the manufacture of glass.

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