What are amphoteric oxides? Give two examples of amphoteric oxides. (b)Choose the acidic oxides, basic oxides and neutral oxides from the following: Na2O; CO2.; CO; SO2; MgO; N2O; H2O (a) Which of the following are amphoteric oxides: Mgo, ZnO, P2O3, Al2O3, NO2
ChemistryClass 10ICSEAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer
- Amphoteric oxides are those which show basic as well as acidic character Exxamples: Aluminium oxide and zinc oxide
- Acidic oxide: CO; CO; SO2 Basic oxides: Na2O; MgO;
Neutral oxide : H2O
- ZnO, Al2O3