MHT CET202620 April 2026Morning ShiftChemistryp Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)Actual
Which from following oxides is amphoteric in nature?
Options
- ABaO
- BN ₂ O ₅
- CCO ₂
- DAl ₂ O ₃
Correct answer
D. Al ₂ O ₃
Step-by-step solution
BaO is an oxide of an alkaline earth metal and is basic in nature. N ₂ O ₅ and CO ₂ are oxides of non-metals and are acidic in nature. Al ₂ O ₃ reacts with both acids and bases to form salt and water, exhibiting both acidic and basic properties. Hence, it is an amphoteric oxide. Reaction with acid: Al ₂ O ₃ + 6 HCl 2 AlCl ₃ + 3 H ₂ O Reaction with base: Al ₂ O ₃ + 2 NaOH + 3 H ₂ O 2 Na [ Al ( OH )₄] Answer: Al ₂ O ₃