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What is formed when amphoteric oxides react with an alkali solution?(a) Salt only(b) No reaction(c) Acid(d) Salt and waterI had been asked this question in homework.I'm obligated to ask this question of P-Block Elements topic in division P-Block Elements of Chemistry – Class 12

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Correct answer is (d) Salt and WATER

Easy explanation: Amphoteric oxides react with both acids and alkalis. On treatment with alkali solution, they behave as acids and undergo REACTIONS analogous to NEUTRALIZATION, THUS forming salt and water. For e.g. Al2O3 + NaOH → NAALO2 + H2O.



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