Which of the following oxides is amphoteric?

S n O_{2}

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C a O

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S i O_{2}

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C O_{2}

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Solution

The correct option is A $S n O_{2}$
$S n O_{2}$ reacts with acid as well as base. So, $S n O_{2}$ is an amphoteric oxide.
$S n O_{2} + 4 H C l \to S n C l_{2} + 2 H_{2} O S n O_{2} + 2 N a O H \to N a_{2} S n O_{3} + H_{2} O$
$C a O$ is basic in nature while $S i O_{2}$ and $C O_{2}$ are acidic in nature.

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