Which of the following elements forms amphoteric oxides?

Beryllium

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Aluminium

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Zinc

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Solution

The correct option is A All
An amphoteric species is a molecule or ion that can react as an acid as well as base. The word amphoteric means both. Many metals such as copper, zinc, tin, lead, aluminium and beryllium form amphoteric oxides or hydroxides.

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