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Which of the following is not an amphoteric oxide?


A

Zinc oxide

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Aluminium oxide

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Lead oxide

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Sodium oxide

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Solution

The correct option is D

Sodium oxide


Few metallic oxides and hydroxides exhibit dual nature i.e., they show acidic as well as basic character. They are sail to be amphoteric in nature. Zinc oxide, aluminium oxide and lead oxide are amphoteric oxides. Sodium oxide is a basic oxide.


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