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Oxides
Categorize oxides into acidic types, such as SO2 and CO2, or basic types, like CuO and CaO, based on their metallic and non-metallic properties.
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CambridgeIGCSEChemistryAcids, bases and salts
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- Categorize oxides into acidic types, such as SO2 and CO2, or basic types, like CuO and CaO, based on their metallic and non-metallic properties.
- Explain that amphoteric oxides are those that can react with both acids and bases to form a salt and water.
- Identify Al2O3 and ZnO as examples of amphoteric oxides.
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