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Oxides that are both acids and bases?

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Such oxides are known as the amphoteric oxide they include oxides of semi metals, Al2O3, ZnO etc.

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Copper forms oxides that are acids or bases?

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Are nonmetals oxides acids or bases?

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What oxides behave as both acids and bases?

Yes, it can. When an oxide behaves as acid and base, it is neutral. Examples: Aluminum oxide and the most common: water


What are oxides and salts?

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What is a base and is blue on the PH scale?

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Do both acids and bases donate protons to a solution?

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What name is given to a non metal oxide which is soluble?

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What is the difference between acidic oxide and basic oxide?

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