CAIE IGCSE Chemistry 7.2.2 Amphoteric Oxides As Oxides That React Questions

Identify amphoteric oxides by their reactions with both acids and alkalis, and complete equations for those reactions.

Syllabus
2026–2028
Course
Chemistry 0620

Exam points

  • state that amphoteric oxides neutralise both acids and alkalis
  • use reaction tables to pick an oxide that reacts with HCl and NaOH(aq)
  • write or complete equations where Al2O3 or ZnO reacts with an alkali
  • distinguish amphoteric behaviour from purely acidic, basic or neutral oxide behaviour

CAIE IGCSE Chemistry 7.2.2 Amphoteric Oxides As Oxides That React Questions question 1

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This question is about metals.

Zinc oxide neutralises both acids and bases.

State the general name given to oxides that neutralise both acids and bases.

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