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WAEC Chemistry 2011 Objective — Question 31

Question 31 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Chemistry 2011 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Which of the following metallic oxides is amphoteric?

  • A. A. Al2O3Correct
  • B. B. Fe2O3
  • C. C. MgO
  • D. D. Na2O

Explanation

Al2O3 is an amphoteric oxide - a metallic oxide that can react with both acids and bases. Another common amphoteric oxide is ZnO.

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