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Question
Although metals form basic oxides, which of the following metals form an amphoteric oxide?
Options
Na
Ca
Al
Cu
Solution
Al
Explanation -
Out of all the given options, aluminium forms an amphoteric oxide Al2O3, which can both act as an acid or a base.
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