Question

A metal X, which is used in thermit process, when heated with oxygen gives an oxide Y which is amphoteric in nature. Identify X and Y. Write balanced chemical equation of reaction of oxide Y with hydrochloric acid.​

Answer 1

X = Iron (Fe)

Y = Aluminium oxide (Al²O³)

Al²O³ + HCL = ALCL³ + H²

Answer 2

X is aluminium and y is aluminium oxide