Question

Sb₄O₆ is ______ in nature, while Bi₂O₃ is ______.

Answer 1

Sb₄O₆ is amphoteric in nature, while Bi₂O₃ is basic.

Explanation:

The acidic character of trioxides in group 15 decreases down the group. As a result, Sb₄O₆ shows amphoteric nature, reacting with both acids and bases, while Bi₂O₃ is basic, reacting only with acids.