nbsp-Why is BeO amphoteric in nature-

BeO dissolves in strongly acidic or basic solutions. Therefore, it is an amphoteric oxide. nbsp;Reactions with acid: BeO + 2 HCl + H2O â†’ BeCl2 + 2 H2O nbs ...

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Why is BeO amphoteric in nature?

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BeO dissolves in strongly acidic or basic solutions. Therefore, it is an amphoteric oxide.
Reactions with acid: BeO + 2 HCl + H₂O â†’ BeCl₂ + 2 H₂O
Reactions with base: BeO + 2 NaOH + H₂O â†’ Na₂Be(OH)₄
As we know, according to diagonal relationship between aluminum and beryllium, both have similar properties. As oxide of aluminum is amphoteric in nature, similarly BeO is amphoteric.

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