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In the following reactions, ZnO is respectively acting as a/an,

(i) ZnO+Na2ONa2ZnO2

(ii) ZnO+CO2ZnCO3
Chemistryd and f Block ElementsJEE MainJEE Main 2017 (02 Apr)
Options:
  • A base and base.
  • B acid and acid.
  • C acid and base.
  • D base and acid.
Solution:
1921 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: acid and base.

Amphoteric means it behaves as both acid and base. Na2O is basic oxide and ZnO will act as acidic oxide in reacting with this oxide. CO2 is acidic oxide and ZnO will act as basic oxide in reacting with this oxide. So, with Na2O, it acts as an acid and with CO2, it acts as a base.

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