KCET2017Chemistryd and f Block Elements
Which one of the following metallic oxide exhibit amphoteric nature ?
Options
- A( CaO )
- B( Na ₂ O )
- C( BaO )
- D( Al ₂ O ₃ )
Correct answer
D. ( Al ₂ O ₃ )
Step-by-step solution
( Al ₂ O ₃ ) is amphoteric metallic oxide because it can react with both acids and bases [ array l Al ₂ O ₃+6 HCl 2 Al Cl ₃+3 H ₂ O Al ₂ O ₃+2 NaOH 2 NaAlO ₂+ H ₂ O array ]