What are oxides?
Oxides are chemical compounds consisting of oxygen atoms bonded to atoms of another element.
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What defines an acidic oxide?
Acidic oxides are compounds that react with bases to form salt and water, typically formed by non-metals.
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What defines a basic oxide?
Basic oxides are compounds that react with acids to form salt and water, typically formed by metals.
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Where are acidic oxides typically found on the periodic table?
On the right side of the periodic table, associated with non-metals.
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Where are basic oxides typically found on the periodic table?
On the left side of the periodic table, associated with metals.
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What are amphoteric oxides?
Amphoteric oxides can exhibit both acidic and basic properties, reacting with acids and bases.
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Name two other amphoteric oxides besides aluminium oxide.
Zinc oxide (ZnO) and lead(II) oxide (PbO) are also amphoteric oxides.
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