amphoteric oxide
Chinese equivalent: 两性氧化物
amphoteric oxide An oxide that can react with both acids and bases to form salts and water.
Syllabus path: Properties of Substances and Reactions › Properties of Common Inorganic Substances › Oxides
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amphoteric oxide An oxide that can react with both acids and bases to form salts and water.
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