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Zinc sulphide reacts with oxygen and gives two oxides, X and Y. If nature of X is acidic, the nature of Y is

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Amphoteric oxides react with both acids and bases. ZnO is a classic example, and is often formed alongside acidic SO$_2$ when roasting ZnS.
Updated On: Jun 3, 2025
  • Acidic
  • Basic
  • Neutral
  • Amphoteric
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The Correct Option is D

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When zinc sulphide (ZnS) is roasted in oxygen, it produces sulfur dioxide (SO$_2$, acidic oxide) and zinc oxide (ZnO, amphoteric oxide). So, if one of the products (X) is acidic (SO$_2$), then the other product (Y) must be amphoteric (ZnO).
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