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Is zinc oxide an alkaline oxide?

Answer:
No, actually it is a amphoteric oxide:

Basic nature:
ZnO + 2 H+ ----> Zn2+ + H2O

Acidic nature:
ZnO + 2 OH- + H2O ----> Zn(OH)4-2
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