alleryStart learning →ZnO reacts with both acids and alkalis. Its oxide class is?
AAmphoteric
BNeutral
CBasic only
DAcidic only
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Amphoteric
Zinc oxide displays both acidic and basic behaviour, which is called amphoteric behaviour.
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