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The p-Block Elements
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Which of the following oxide is amphoteric?

  • SnO2

  • CaO2

  • SiO2

  • CO2

Answer

A.

SnO2

SnO2 is an amphoteric oxide because it reacts with acids as well as bases to form corresponding salts. 
SnO2 +4HCl → SnCl4 +2H2O
SnO2 + 2 NaOH → Na2SnO3 + H2O

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