alleryStart learning →Zinc oxide reacts with both acids and bases. Such a substance is called
AAlkaline
BNeutral
CIndicator
DAmphoteric
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Amphoteric
A substance able to react with either an acid or a base is amphoteric.
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