Easy MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2024

Consider the oxides of group 14 elements $\mathrm{SiO}_2, \mathrm{GeO}_2, \mathrm{SnO}_2, \mathrm{PbO}_2, \mathrm{CO}$ and $\mathrm{GeO}$. The amphoteric oxides are

  1. A $\mathrm{SnO}_2, \mathrm{CO}$
  2. B $\mathrm{SiO}_2, \mathrm{GeO}_2$
  3. C $\mathrm{SnO}_2, \mathrm{PbO}_2$ Correct answer
  4. D $\mathrm{GeO}, \mathrm{GeO}_2$

Solution

<p>SnO$_2$ and PbO$_2$ are amphoteric.</p>

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: p-Block Elements · Topic: Group 13: Boron Family

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