Which of the following oxides are not neutral?

C O

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S n O_{2}

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Z n O

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S i O_{2}

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Solution

The correct options are
B $S n O_{2}$
C $Z n O$
D $S i O_{2}$
$C O$ is a neutral oxide insoluble in water, but behaves as amphoteric compound.

$S i O_{2}$ amphoteric oxide, $S n O_{2}$ basic oxide and $Z n O$ is amphoteric oxide.
Hence options B,C & D are correct.

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