NEETChemistryP Block ElementsMCQ+4 / −1
Which of the following oxide is amphoteric?
- ASnO2
- BCaO
- CSiO2
- DCO2
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Correct answer: A
SnO2
reacts with acid as well as base. So
SnO2
is an amphoteric.
SnO2
- 4HCl SnCl2
- 2H2O
SnO2 - 2NaOH Na2SnO3
- H2O
CaO is basic in nature while SiO2 and CO2 are acidic in nature.
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