Q

Metal oxides which react with acids, as well as bases, are called:

ALP CBT-1, 17-Aug-18 S-1 2018
✓ Answer: C Amphoteric oxides
Oxides come in four types: Amphoteric: React with both acids and bases (e.g., lead oxide, zinc oxide). Acidic: Form acids in water (e.g., sulfur trioxide). Basic: Form bases in water (e.g., calcium oxide). Neutral: Neither acidic nor basic (e.g., carbon monoxide).