What is an amphoteric oxide?
(N/A) An amphoteric oxide is an oxide that can act as both an acid and a base in chemical reactions. It reacts with acids to form salt and water,and it also reacts with bases to form salt and water. Examples include $Al_2O_3$ and $ZnO$.
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$II$. $BrOH$
$III$. $IOH$
$I$. $ClOH$
$II$. $BrOH$
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