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What is formed when amphoteric oxides react with an alkali solution?

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Salt only
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No reaction
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Acid
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D
Salt and water
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Solution

The correct option is D Salt and water
Amphoteric oxides react with both acids and alkalis. On treatment with alkali solution, they behave as acids and undergo reactions analogous to neutralization, thus forming salt and water.
ZnO+2NaOHNa2ZnO2+H2O

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